Elementary SPED Paraprofessional — Growth & Support

Wayzata Public Schools ISD 284; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long term disability

Employee assistance program

403b employer match

Job summary

Wayzata Public Schools ISD 284 seeks an Administrative/Paraprofessional to assist Special Education licensed staff with academic adaptations and student self-care. The role may operate in general education, special education, or community settings, with focus on students with emotional and behavioral challenges.

Ideal candidates will have experience with positive behavior support and trauma-informed practices to maintain a structured, supportive environment that promotes student growth and

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Highly Qualified Status required; preference for 2-year post-secondary training.
• Must be flexible to work in a variety of settings with students and staff.
• May need to lift, pull and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be willing to assist in the eating and to toileting needs of students.
• Must maintain data privacy and confidentiality for all students.
• Computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education Licensed Staff with academic adaptations and behavioral support.
• Support may be provided in the general education classroom, special education classroom or community.
• Special attention to students with emotional and behavioral challenges; use trauma-informed practices.
• Promote a structured, supportive environment that fosters student growth and well-being.

Skills

Flexible

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Assist in eating and toileting

Data privacy

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma

2-year post-secondary training

Job description

Wayzata Public Schools ISD 284 seeks an Administrative/Paraprofessional to assist Special Education licensed staff with academic adaptations and student self-care. The role may operate in general education, special education, or community settings, with focus on students with emotional and behavioral challenges.

Ideal candidates will have experience with positive behavior support and trauma-informed practices to maintain a structured, supportive environment that promotes student growth and