High Needs (LIFE) Paraprofessional

Bel Air Elementary; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Bel Air Elementary in Norfolk, Nebraska is seeking a High Needs (LIFE) Paraprofessional to support educators and students at the Bel Air campus. The role involves assisting with instruction, supervision, and materials preparation for a 9-month, 30-hour work week.

Requirements include a high school diploma; First aid/CPR is desirable. The paraprofessional reports to the building administrator and the special education teacher, providing essential classroom support and care for students with

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• First aid/CPR certificate desired.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instructional activities and prepare materials.
• Aid students with make-up work and reading activities.
• Supervise lunchroom, playground, halls, and other areas.
• Prepare bulletin boards, charts, and graphs for lessons.
• Assist with progress checks and non-instructional tasks as assigned by the teacher.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

High Needs (LIFE) Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5891049

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

It is the policy of Norfolk Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies, or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.

JOB TITLE: HIGH NEEDS (LIFE) PARA-BEL AIR ELEMENTARY

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma
• First aid/CPR certificate desired

REPORTS TO: Building Administrator; Special Education Teacher

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building Administrator, Special Education Teacher

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 9 months; 30 hours/week

EVALUATION: Special Education Teacher; Building Administrator

JOB GOAL: Assist the teacher in providing education and instruction to students

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

NOTE: This is a generalized job description. Specific duties and responsibilities vary, depending on the assigned school. Applicants should be aware of the specific functions of the position prior to employment.

• Consistent and punctual "on-site" attendance at the worksite is an essential job function
• Types, draws, writes, and duplicates instructional material; makes educational games and aids
• Listens to students read, and reads to students
• Helps students with make-up work
• Assists in individual or group activities, games, flash cards, computers, etc.
• Assists students in interpreting and following the directions of the teacher
• Drills - to reinforce any skill the teacher has taught
• Alerts the teacher to the needs of students
• Assists the teacher in checking the progress of individualized study projects
• Supervises lunchroom, playground, halls, classrooms, and other assigned activities
• Prepares bulletin boards, charts, and graphs
• Assists with the physical and health needs of the children, such as feeding and toileting
• Does miscellaneous typing and filing
• Inventories books, materials, and equipment
• Assists when emergencies arise
• Performs other delegated non-instructional responsibilities assigned by the teacher or administrator

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Intellectual, Sensory):

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Skills in organization, leadership, and human relations
• Visual and auditory skills for dealing with students

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $19.90 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities