Classified - Special Education Paraeducator

Crete Elementary School; Crete (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Long-term disability

Sick and personal leave

Job summary

Crete Public Schools Crete Elementary School in Crete, Nebraska seeks a Classified - Special Education Paraeducator to start immediately. Reports to the Building Principal; 185 days; 7-8 hours per day.

Hourly pay starts at $17.26 and varies with experience; benefits include health insurance, long-term disability, and leave. Position supports students with special needs, collaborates with teachers, and requires teamwork, strong communication, and ability to manage classroom activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and either an associate’s degree, two years of college, or a passing score on a para assessment.
• Satisfactory completion of criminal background check.
• Work well with children and co-workers.
• First aid knowledge preferred, but not required.
• Bilingual preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to students with special needs, non-English-speaking students, or other students as assigned.
• Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and on field trips.
• Observe students’ performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Discuss duties with teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Present subject matter to students under guidance, using lectures or supervised activities.
• Organize and label materials and display students’ work appropriately.
• Distribute tests and homework and collect them when completed.
• Use computers and AV aids to supplement presentations.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Prepare lesson materials and demonstrations.
• Carry out therapeutic regimens under supervision of teachers and other professionals.
• Assist in bus loading/unloading and help students access facilities.

Skills

Patience with children

Teamwork

First aid knowledge (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or GED + associate's degree / two years college / Project Para

Job description

Classified - Special Education Paraeducator

Crete Public Schools Crete Elementary School - Crete, Nebraska Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5962330

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Title: Classified - Special Education Paraeducator

Job ID#: 1974

Assignment: Elementary School

Reports to: Building Principal

Date Available:Immediately

Work Agreement: 185 days; 7-8 hours per day and/or as available

Hourly Pay: Starts at $17.26 and is based on related experience

Crete Public Schools is seeking applications for a special education para educator tobegin immediately.

Benefits include 76% paid single health insurance, long-term disability insurance, and sick and personal leave.

This position is open untilfilled.

Essential Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and e ither an associate’s degree, two years of college, or a passing score on a state or local assessment (Project Para) that demonstrates their ability to assist with instruction in reading, writing, and math
• Satisfactory completion of criminal background check
• Work well with children and co-workers
• First aid knowledge preferred, but not required
• Bilingual preferred, but not required

Job Tasks

• Provide assistance to students with special needs, non-English-speaking students, students with physical and mental disabilities, or other students as assigned.
• Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Observe students’ performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
• Organize and label materials and display students’ work in a manner appropriate for their eye level and perceptual skills.
• Distribute tests and homework assignments and collect them when they are completed.
• Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
• Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
• Carry out therapeutic regimens such as behavior modification and personal development programs, under the supervision of special education teachers, psychologists, speech-language pathologists or other professionals.
• Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
• Assist in bus loading and unloading.
• Maintain computers in classrooms and laboratories and assist students with hardware and software use.
• Serve as a role model to all students.
• Serve as a positive member of the community in a way that does not negatively affect the District’s reputation or image in the community.
• Refrain from engaging in conduct that interferes with the operations of the District, including the education of students.
• Develop and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other staff and administration.
• Adhere to all District policies, rules, regulations, and supervisory directives.
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents in accordance with law and District rules.
• Adhere to the code of ethics of the District and the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE Rule 27).

FLSA Exempt Status: Non-exempt.

Other Responsibilities:

Perform other tasks or duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Principal.

At-Will Position:

This position is an “at-will” position and may be terminated, with or without cause, at any time in the sole discretion of the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee.

Essential Functions:

The essential functions ofthe Paraeducator position include:

(1) regular, on-time, and dependable in-person attendance on the job;

(2) the ability to perform the identified tasks andperformance responsibilities which require effective teaching and communication skills; and

(3) the ability to perform the following identified physical requirements.

Physical Requirements of Paraeducator

E = Essential

NE = Non-Essential Item is not a requirement of the job

NE Occasional - up to 33% of time

NE Occasional - up to 33% of time, absolutely essential to the job

E Frequent - between 34%-66% of time

E Continuous - over 66% of time

E Stamina 1. Sitting X 2. Walking X 3. Standing X 4. Sprinting/Running X Flexibility 5. Bending or twisting at the neck more than the average person X 6. Bending or twisting at the trunk more than the average person X 7. Squatting/Stooping/Kneeling X 8. Reaching above the head X 9. Reaching forward X 10. Repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion many times (For example: typing, data entry, etc.) X Activities 11. Climbing (on ladders, into large trucks/vehicles, etc.) X 12. Hand/grip strength X 13. Driving on the job X 14. Typing non-stop X Use of Arms and Hands 15. Manual dexterity (screwing a lid on a jar) X 16. Finger dexterity (typing) X Lifting Requirements 17. Lifting up to 10 pounds (Mark all that apply) Floor to waist X Waist to shoulder X Shoulder to overhead X 18. Lifting 11 to 25 pounds (Mark all that apply) Floor to waist X Waist to shoulder X Shoulder to overhead X 19. Lifting 26 to 50 pounds (Mark all that apply) Floor to waist X Waist to shoulder X Shoulder to overhead X 20. Lifting 51 to 75 pounds (Mark all that apply) Floor to waist X Waist to shoulder X Shoulder to overhead X 21. Lifting 76 plus pounds (Mark all that apply) Floor to waist X Waist to shoulder X Shoulder to overhead X 22. Can load/items weighing over 50 pounds that are lifted or carried be shared, or reduced into smaller loads? X Pushing/Pulling 23. 25 to 50 pounds X 24. 51 to 75 pounds X 25. 76 to 90 pounds X 26. Over 90 pounds X Carrying 27. 10 to 25 pounds X 28. 26 to 50 pounds X 29. 51 to 75 pounds X 30. 76 to 90 pounds X 31. Over 90 pounds X

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required