Instr Asst Parapro- Preschool

Department:

SPECIAL SERVICES

Job Type:

REGULAR Employment Type:

Part Time - 36.25 hours per week

Pay:

$18.53 Hourly

POSITION INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT PARAPROFESSIONAL - DEVELOPMENTAL PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM STARTING DATE

August 21, 2026 SALARY $18.53/hour

JOB DESCRIPTION

Support students, instructional staff and speech language pathologists in the implementation of appropriate instructional strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

working with children and youth at the age levels desired in the advertised position; following written and oral instructions; reading, writing and speaking English; performing routine tasks as directed.

Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, computer skills necessary for producing reports, records, lists and forms as required; collaborating with others regarding outcomes to be attained; learning, reasoning and making judgments.

Physical abilities:

observing student behavior, proper transferring of students which may require some lifting, positioning, and/or escorting students according to daily routines; physically supporting students as required in emergency situations (such as fire evacuation, or in an accident where aid must be provided.)

Education:

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and must have completed at least two (2) years of study at an accredited postsecondary educational institution or obtained an associate degree or higher level degree, or have evidence of passing the Parapro Assessment (PRAXIS).

Knowledge of:

disciplines taught, how students learn and develop, differing styles of student learning, and various instructional strategies.