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Paraprofessional - Special Education
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$34,064 / year median in Indiana
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Openings as of 9/8/2026 force display?
True Openings as of 9/8/2026 Paraprofessional
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Special Education JobID:
13438
Position Type:
Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant Date Posted:
9/8/2026
Location:
West Lafayette Junior-Senior High School Date Available:
09/21/2026
District:
West Lafayette Community School District
PARAPROFESSIONAL
- SPECIAL
EDUCATION REPORTS TO
Junior-Senior High School Building Administration
PAY TYPE
Hourly, Non-Exempt, Classified, Non-Supervisory
PAY RATE
Starting at $15 / hr., with potential for increases based on experience
BENEFITS
Eligible ( see attachment for details )
SCHEDULE
Full Time; 7 hrs. / day; 186 paid days / year; Follows school calendar This position will remain posted until filled. All qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides instructional support to individual students or small groups under the direction of a supervising teacher Collaborates with teachers and staff to enhance students' educational experience Implements students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) as directed Other duties as assigned
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience Required:
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required Minimum Education Requirement (one of the following): Completion of at least two years (60 course credits) of college-level coursework An associate degree or higher A passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Prior experience in schools or child care Previous experience working with individuals with special needs
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:
Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, counselors, parents, and other professionals Excellent dependability and punctuality Positive and enthusiastic attitude
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works indoors in a school environment May work in close proximity to students and staff Occasionally exposed to noise levels typical in school settings The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically outlined in this description. This job description is subject to change at any time at the discretion of West Lafayette Community School Corporation. Attachment(s): 2026 Classified SY Benefit Rate Sheet 2026 WL Benefit Guide Instructional Assistants Employee Handbook Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 9/8/2026 11:09:53 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions
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Benefits
- Dental Insurance