Dyslexia/Instructional Paraprofessional 2025-2026 School Year

Jacksonville North Pulaski School District; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacksonville North Pulaski School District in Arkansas seeks a Dyslexia Instructional Paraprofessional for the 2025-2026 school year at Bobby G. Lester Elementary.

The para-educator will support students with dyslexia under the supervision of a Reading Specialist. The role focuses on one-on-one or small-group instruction, developing strategies to improve reading and comprehension, tracking progress, and collaborating with specialists to tailor lesson plans.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher required.
• Successful Para Pro Assessment or 60 college credits.
• Experience with students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with dyslexia.
• Assist students in developing reading, writing, spelling, and comprehension skills.
• Collaborate with Reading Specialists to modify instructional materials and lesson plans to meet the needs of students with dyslexia.
• Track student progress and communicate regularly with the Reading Specialist.
• Attend professional development workshops and training sessions to stay updated on best practices and strategies for supporting students with dyslexia.
• Adhere to all District and Board policies
• Performs other duties assigned

Skills

Reading support

Student engagement

Team collaboration

Progress tracking

Education

Associate Degree or higher

60 college credits

Para Pro Assessment

Job description

Jacksonville North Pulaski School District

Position Title: Dyslexia/Instructional Paraprofessional 2024-2025 School Year

Campus: Bobby G. Lester Elementary

Reports To: Building Principal

Contract: 2025-2026 School Year (180 days)

Closing: Until Filled

SUMMARY: The Dyslexia Instructional Para-Educator will work under the supervision of a Reading Specialist to deliver instruction to scholars identified as having characteristics of dyslexia, providing them with individualized support to help them succeed academically and develop strategies to overcome challenges associated with dyslexia.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with dyslexia, reinforcing concepts identified by the Reading Specialist.
• Assist students in developing and implementing strategies to improve reading, writing, spelling, and comprehension skills.
• Collaborate with Reading Specialists to modify instructional materials and lesson plans to meet the needs of students with dyslexia.
• Track student progress and communicate regularly with the Reading Specialist.
• Attend professional development workshops and training sessions to stay updated on best practices and strategies for supporting students with dyslexia.
• Adhere to all District and Board policies
• Performs other duties assigned

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE: Associate Degree or higher, successful Para Pro Assessment Exam or 60college credits and/or experience in the field related to working with students.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of pre-employment background checks. Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times around students, other staff members and the general public.

The Jacksonville North Pulaski School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of the Jacksonville North Pulaski School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.