Classroom Paraeducator

Park County School District #1; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Park County School District #1 is seeking an Elementary Para-Educator for Southside Elementary School. This position offers part-time hours (22.5 per week) during the school year, with an ASAP start and 175 instructional days.

The role supports teachers by following lesson plans, preparing materials, and assisting students with daily educational activities. The wage schedule pays $18.65 per hour for paraeducators holding a BA in education (base $19.65/hour) with no benefits; employment is

Qualifications

• Two years of college (48 hours) or Associate's Degree preferred but not required.
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and staff; follow instructions; team oriented; adaptable in diverse settings.
• Prior experience with school-aged children in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional assistance/support for students in assigned classroom(s) as directed by the teacher(s) and building principal.
• Follow daily plans from supervising teachers, make classroom preparations, assist students as directed, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management and support learning goals as directed by staff.

Education

Two years of college or Associate's degree

Team oriented, cooperative with students and staff

Experience with school-aged children (preferred)

Job description

Position

Elementary Para-Educator – Southside Elementary School

Location

Southside Elementary School

Date Available

ASAP

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide instructional assistance/support for students in assigned classroom(s) as directed by the teacher(s) and building principal
Responsibilities include following daily plans from supervising teacher(s), making classroom preparations, assisting students as directed, and performing other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of college (48 hours) or Associate's Degree (or higher) preferred but not required
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with students and staff and follow instructions provided by the teacher and supervisor, team oriented, ability to work in dynamic, diverse settings and a willingness to adapt to specific or new working situations
• Prior experience with school-aged children in an educational setting preferred

Salary and Benefits

Salary: District Support Services Wage Schedule (2026-27 Base = $18.65/hour, para's holding BA in education, base = $19.65/hour)
These are non-benefit eligible positions

Employment Term

Employment Term: 22.5 hours per week during the school year – working student 175 days
Beginning Date: As soon as mutually agreed
Closing Date: Until filled
For questions or concerns call 307-764-6186

Equal Opportunity

Park County School District #1 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and ADA may be referred to Park County School District #1, Ginger Sleep, Civil Rights Coordinator, 307-764-6186, 160 North Evarts, Powell, Wyoming 82435, or the Office for Civil Rights, Region VIII, U.S. Department of Education, Federal Building, Suite 310, 1244 Speer Blvd., Denver, Colorado 80204-03582, [phone] or TDD 303-844-3417.