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Granite School District

Paraeducator

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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.

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Paraeducator JobID:
26299
Position Type:
Paraeducators & Instructional Assistants/ Paraeducator Date Posted:
8/14/2026
Location:
Pleasant Green Elementary Date Available:
As soon as possible
Closing Date:
08/21/2026 Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above. This position exclusively supports K-3 literacy. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Prema Chruthoti, Assistant Principal, at (385
  • 646-1274 or email pchruthoti@graniteschools.
org Hours per week:
29 hours Job Title Paraeducator Department School Supervisor Principal Salary Schedule Paraeducator (88) Lane Placement A Contract Length Hourly Only FLSA Classification Non-exempt Last Review Date October 2020 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Job Summary Under the direction of the principal and teacher(s), the paraeducator assists teachers in a variety of capacities in the instruction and supervision of students. Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are required and are essential functions of this position. Essential Functions Assists in the preparation of instruction materials. Assists in the instruction of students and other classroom activities as needed. May tutor students individually or in small groups. Assist in the administration of a variety of tests and monitors students' academic progress. Keeps accurate data on assigned students or group of students. Supports a school environment that helps students develop and maintain a positive self-concept. Maintains professional confidentiality regarding student information. Maintains effective and positive communication with students, teachers, parents, patrons and administration. Work collaboratively in a team environment. Must be able to work assigned hours. Non-Essential Functions Other duties as assigned Required Education and Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent If working in a Title 1 school, one of the following: 48 hours of college credit; or pass the ParaPro exam. Required Knowledge and Skills Basic reading, writing, and math skills. Effective written and oral communication Ability to follow directions given. Ability to interact positively with students. Ability to assist students in a variety of situations as they arise. Required Prior Experience None Assigned Decision Making Makes decisions concerning the best way to accomplish tasks assigned by the classroom teacher(s). Must take directions well and be able to work within specific guidelines. Makes suggestions but must be willing to follow directions. Interactions with Others Positive interaction with students, teachers, social workers, psychologists, support personnel and administrators. Supervisory Responsibility Supervision of students being supported. Supervision of a student in a service location outside the classroom as needed. Budget Responsibility NA Working Environment Work setting is mainly in the classroom. May be asked to work inside and outside the building to accomplish assigned tasks. Working conditions can be in hot and cold weather. May experience stress from disruptive students and/or groups of students. Physical Requirements
  • Not limited to the following: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and/or hear.
Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch. Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Must be able to stand/sit for long periods of time. Must be able to lift, and or move up to 20lbs.
Note:
The list of essential and marginal functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job. Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 8/14/2026 9:57:14 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions
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