26-27 Special Education Para-Professional

Pauls-Valley-Public-Schools; Pauls Valley (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Pauls Valley Public Schools in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma seeks a Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. You will assist with instructional activities, behavior management, and program implementation under the supervision of a certified teacher.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, maintaining a safe classroom, and helping students reach personal and educational goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; 48 college credits/Associate degree or higher, or approved equivalent.
• CPR and First Aid training, Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens training.

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities including transferring and personal care.
• Manage student behavior and assist in crisis situations as needed.
• Support individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and academic tasks.

Skills

Ability to work with children

Follow verbal and written instructions

Communication skills

General office equipment knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 college credits / Associate degree or higher

Paraprofessional Training

CPR & First Aid Training

Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens Training

Job description

26-27 Special Education Para-Professional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5934852

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Paraprofessional

Reports to: Principal and teacher(s)

Dept./School: Pauls ValleyIntermediate School

Primary Purpose

Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

(Tier 1 – General Education Setting – Title I)

• High School Diploma, General Educational Development Diploma (GED), or other certificate of high school equivalency recognized by the State of Oklahoma; and
• Meets one of the following:
• Has completed at least forty-eight (48) credit hours of college coursework at an institution of higher education,
• Has obtained an Associate degree or higher; or,
• Has passed either the Oklahoma General Education Test (OGET), obtained a National Career Readiness Certificate through completion of the ACT WorkKeys assessment, or passed the ParaPro Assessment.

(Tier 2 – Special Education)

• Meet the Criteria for a Tier 1;
• Complete the Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Training or equivalent state-approved training;
• Trained in cardiovascular pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid;
• Completed Training in Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to work with children with disabilities.

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Knowledge of general office equipment.

Experience

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Support

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
• Recognize differences in each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students.

Posture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Frequent walking and reaching.

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment.

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases).

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Elizabeth Sam , Special Education Director
• PV Special Services
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]