2026-2027 Pre-K Paraprofessional Aide

Decatur Northside Elementary; Decatur (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Decatur Public Schools, Decatur Northside Elementary in Decatur, AR is seeking a 2026-2027 Pre-K Paraprofessional Aide to support early learners. The role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and advancement of 60 college credits or an associate degree, with state-approved testing (ETS Parapro) to demonstrate readiness in reading, writing, and math.

The position is full-time with hourly pay in the low to mid-teens, and the incumbent will work under the supervision of the High School

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and 60 college credits or an associate degree.
• Must pass Arkansas ETS Parapro Assessment with a score of 457.
• Title I paraprofessional qualifications may apply depending on LEA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction for Pre-K students.
• Support reading, writing and mathematics readiness.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support student learning.
• Follow school policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Math support

Education

Secondary diploma or equivalent

60 semester credit hours

Associate’s degree or higher

State/local assessment knowledge

Job description

2026-2027 Pre-K Paraprofessional Aide

Decatur Public Schools, Decatur Northside Elementary - Decatur, Arkansas

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Job Details

Job ID: 5956172

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Pre-K paraprofessional

The highly qualified guidelines for Title I paraprofessionals should be attained before being hired by the LEA.

These qualifications must include: Have a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent AND Completed 60 semester credit hours at a regionally accredited institution of higher education -orObtained an associate’s (or higher) degree -orMet a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness).

In Arkansas, the formal test accepted is the Educational Testing Services (ETS) Parapro Assessment” and applicants must obtain a passing score of 457.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $13.29 to $14.05 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Angela Newell , High School Principal
• Decatur Pre_k
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]