2025/26 Holcomb Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional

Fayetteville Public Schools; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Holcomb Elementary in Fayetteville invites applications for a Paraprofessional to support students in a Structured Learning Services setting (1:15). The role involves assisting with instruction and daily living skills for students with disabilities under teacher direction.

Minimum qualifications include 60 college credits or a passing PRAXIS score, and experience working with students with disabilities. The position is 7.5 hours per day, 180 days for the academic year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 60 college credit hours or PRAXIS passing score.
• Experience with students with disabilities is preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with academic instruction in a Structured Learning Services setting (1:15).
• Support adaptive behavior and daily living skills for students with disabilities.
• Provide consistent support in a structured setting under teacher direction.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Following directions

Education

60 college credits

PRAXIS passing score

Job description

Holcomb Elementary is seeking a committed and compassionate Paraprofessional to support students in a Structured Learning Services environment (1:15 setting). This role involves assisting with academic instruction, adaptive behavior and daily living skills for students with disabilities. Minimum qualifications include: at least 60 college credit hours, OR a passing score on the Paraprofessional PRAXIS exam. Applicants should also have experience working with students with disabilities, strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to follow teacher direction and provide consistent support in a structured setting. This is a 180 day contracted position.

Range 26-27 (Based on Education)

Step 6-10 (Based on Experience)

7.5 hours/day

180 day contract