2026/27 FHS Secondary Transition Paraprofessional

Fayetteville High School; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Fayetteville High School, part of Fayetteville Public Schools, Fayetteville, AR, is seeking a Secondary Transitions Paraprofessional. The role focuses on developing pre-employment, workplace, and independent living skills for students with disabilities.

The position involves coaching in work-based learning settings, collaboration with staff and community employers, and transportation duties using a district bus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree/60 college credits or Praxis score required.
• Experience with students with disabilities, transition services, or vocational programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide supports to students with disabilities in developing pre-employment, workplace, and independent living skills.
• Coach students in work-based learning settings and collaborate with staff and community employers.
• Transport students to off-campus work-based learning opportunities using district transportation.

Skills

Student Support

Disability Experience

Coaching

Education

Associate degree / 60 college credits

Paraprofessional Praxis exam

Job description

2026/27 FHS Secondary Transition Paraprofessional

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Job Description

Fayetteville High School is seeking applicants for a Secondary Transitions Paraprofessional. The paraprofessional will provide supports to students with disabilities in developing pre-employment, workplace, and independent living skills. Responsibilities include providing individualized support, coaching students in work-based learning settings, collaborating with school staff and community employers, and assisting students in developing skills necessary for successful transition to employment and life after high school. This position also transports students to and from off-campus work-based learning opportunities using a district-provided 14-passenger bus. A CDL is not required; however, the employee must meet all district requirements for student transportation and safely operate the vehicle. Applicants must have an associate/two-year degree, at least 60 college credit hours, or a passing score on the Paraprofessional Praxis examination. Experience working with students with disabilities, transition services, vocational programs, job coaching, or community-based instruction is preferred.

Pay Range 26 or 27 (Based on education level, this is NOT $26 or $27)

Step 6-12 (Based on experience)

7.5 hours/day

180 days for a full contracted year

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Details

Job ID: 5939505

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required