Dynamic Special Education Paraprofessional – Diverse School Settings

Nye County School District; Pahrump (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Nye County School District is hiring School-wide and Self-Contained Special Education Paraprofessionals at Mt. Charleston Elementary School in Nevada.

Positions include 4.75-hour, school-wide paraprofessional roles and 1:1 paraprofessional support across multiple instructional settings throughout the school day. Requirements include a minimum high school diploma or equivalent, ESSA paraprofessional eligibility, CPR/First Aid, ability to lift 50 pounds, and basic English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
• Paraprofessional requirements per ESSA (48 College Credits or Passing ETS Paraprofessional Assessment).
• Correct English usage and grammar.
• Knowledge of educational, behavioral and emotional principles and techniques.
• Ability to relate to adults and children of all ages, particularly with handicapping conditions.
• Current CPR certification and First Aid training.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to assist with toileting needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers and students across settings (school campus, General Education, Resource, Self-Contained).
• Provide 1:1 support for students as needed.
• Support modifications and accommodations in inclusive settings.

Skills

Paraprofessional responsibilities

Correct English usage

Education principles

Liaison with adults and children

CPR & First Aid

Lift 50 pounds

toileting assistance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ESSA paraprofessional requirements

Job description

Nye County School District is hiring School-wide and Self-Contained Special Education Paraprofessionals at Mt. Charleston Elementary School in Nevada.

Positions include 4.75-hour, school-wide paraprofessional roles and 1:1 paraprofessional support across multiple instructional settings throughout the school day. Requirements include a minimum high school diploma or equivalent, ESSA paraprofessional eligibility, CPR/First Aid, ability to lift 50 pounds, and basic English proficiency.