Emotional Support - Special Education Paraprofessional

Hempfield School District; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Job summary

The Hempfield School District is seeking a full-time Emotional Support - Special Education Paraprofessional to provide academic, behavioral, and functional support to students. This role involves collaboration with teachers and supporting students in various settings, promoting positive mentor relationships and individual learning strategies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, with a preference for an associate degree or higher. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong capacity for mentoring, behavioral support, and assisting students with special needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent necessary.
• An associate degree or higher is preferred.
• Completion of at least two years of postsecondary study (48 credits) is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, functional, and behavioral support to assigned student(s).
• Assist with toileting, feeding, and safety in various settings.
• Implement behavioral support plans and gather monitoring data.

Skills

Behavioral support

Assistive technology

Differentiated instruction

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Emotional Support - Special Education Paraprofessional JobID: 2814

• Position Type: Support Staff / Support Staff
• Date Posted: 6/9/2026
• Location: District Wide

Job Summary

Provide academic, functional, and behavioral support to assigned student(s) as directed by the Emotional Support Teacher and/or Classroom Teacher. Support the Emotional Support teacher with daily classroom routines and expectations.

Position Information

• Full-time - with benefits, and Part-time available
• Monday-Friday, 184 days/year
• Range 08, Starting Salary $16.00

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to the teacher or assigned student(s) by assisting in differentiated instruction and formative and summative assessment.
• Provide functional support to assigned student(s) to assist with toileting, feeding, and/or safety (in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playground, etc.).
• Implement strategies and interventions as outlined in student behavioral support plans. Collect data on individual student academic and behavioral support plans.
• Work with students to encourage regular daily attendance and develop positive mentor relationships with assigned students.
• Provide support to assigned students in support settings and push-in to mainstream classes to provide support services in the least restrictive setting.
• Gather data for the teacher's progress monitoring.
• Provide assigned student(s) one-to-one support on using assistive technology, as appropriate.
• Provide support for student health needs, including training on seizure protocols, diabetes protocols, CGM Blood Sugar Monitor, Hearing Aids, and lift transfer procedures, as well as specialized equipment.
• Provide clerical support to the teacher, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Emotional Support Teacher, Classroom Teacher, and/or Special Education Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent necessary

Recommended

• An associate degree or higher
• Completed at least two years of postsecondary study (48 credits)
• The successful completion of a state or locally developed assessment

Required Documents

• Current PA Criminal History background check
• Current Federal Criminal background check
• Current Child Abuse background check

Interested candidates should submit an online application. Questions can be directed to [e-mail].

Postings current as of 6/16/2026 5:05:25 AM CST.

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