504 Individual Support Para

Sylvan Hills Elementary-113; Sherwood (AR); On-site; USD 25,892,000 - 47,363,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvan Hills Elementary - Sherwood, Arkansas is seeking a 504 Individual Support Para to assist students with disabilities under a certified teacher's supervision.

The role involves implementing behavior plans, supporting classroom activities, and attending to physical and medical needs as directed by staff. Salary is hourly with 7 hours/day and 179 contract days annually.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and 60 credit hours at an accredited college or university.
• High School diploma/GED and an associate’s degree (or higher).
• High School diploma/GED and passed a paraprofessional academic assessment test.
• Ability to work with special needs students.

Responsibilities

• Provide one on one instruction or group instruction under the supervision of a certified teacher.
• Implement behavior management techniques as directed by teacher/building principal.
• Assist with the physical needs including feeding, toileting, dressing, catheterization, physical management, etc. Some heavy lifting of the student is required.
• Administer medications and other medical supports as prescribed and directed by the school nurse.
• Complete daily work schedules as assigned by the teacher/principal.
• Assist the teacher with the maintenance of the classroom.
• Assist with duties such as the lunchroom, recess, buses for the student(s).
• Be aware of Board of Education policies, district and school guidelines, and regulations and adhere to the same.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Work with special needs students

Education

High School diploma/GED

60 credit hours

Associate’s degree or higher

Paraprofessional assessment test

Job description

504 Individual Support Para

Pulaski County Special School District Sylvan Hills Elementary - Sherwood, Arkansas Open in Google Maps

Pulaski County Special School District Sylvan Hills Elementary - Sherwood, Arkansas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5953995

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

LOCATION: Sylvan Hills Elementary

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma/GED and one of the following:
• Completed60 credit hours at an accredited college or university
• Obtained an associate’s degree (or higher)
• Passed a paraprofessional academic assessment test
• Ability to work with special needs students

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB GOAL:To aid and support teachers and other certified personnel in implementing the instructional program and related services for a student or students with disabilities.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide one on one instruction or group instruction under the supervision of a certified teacher.
• Implement behavior management techniques as directed by teacher/building principal.
• Assist with the physical needs including but not limited to feeding, toileting, dressing, catheterization, physical management, etc. of the student. Some heavy lifting of the student is required.
• Administer medications and other medical supports as prescribed and directed by the school nurse.
• Complete daily work schedules as assigned by the teacher/principal.
• Assist the teacher with the maintenance of the classroom.
• Assist with duties such as the lunchroom, recess, buses for the student(s).
• Be aware of Board of Education policies, district and school guidelines, and regulations and adhere to the same.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary Range: Range 9 - Support Staff Hourly Salary Schedule ($15.00/hr. - $27.45/hr. depending on relevant experience)

Length of Contract: 179 contract days (In the event the student(s) is/are absent or moves from the district, reassignment of duties will occur. Reassignment may be in the building/location or in another building/location where services are needed.) 7 hours per day.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Personnel Status: Classified

Benefits Eligible: Yes

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated according to provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 12, 2026 (or until filled - emergency posting)

PCSSD does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, race, color, national origin, or gender in any service, program, or activity (including in admission, access, treatment, employment, or vocational opportunities).

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• KATRINA WILSON , PERSONNEL SPECIALIST II
• 960 E DIXON ROAD
• LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas 72206
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]