Interventionist Paraeducator/Kindergarten - 5th Grade- (VACANT NOW)

Caneview Elementary School; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Caneview Elementary School in Port Allen, Louisiana is seeking an Interventionist Paraeducator for Kindergarten through 5th grade to support classroom teachers and diverse learners within Head Start, Title I, regular education, and special education programs. This 9-month site-based position collaborates with staff to promote student success.

Responsibilities include assisting with instructional activities, maintaining a conducive learning environment, supporting health-related duties as needed,

Qualifications

• Must have passed ETS Para-Pro Assessment with a passing score of 450.
• Alternatively, completion of two years of full-time study with 9 hours of ELA and 9 hours of Math coursework.
• Or an earned Associate degree including 9 ELA and 9 Math coursework.

Responsibilities

• Assists in meeting the instructional needs of the students under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Interacts appropriately with students and helps create an environment conducive to learning.
• Assists with feeding, diapering, and toileting as required for Head Start students and students with disabilities.
• Attends faculty meetings, parent conferences, and IEP meetings when requested.
• Maintains classroom equipment and keeps instructional materials organized and clean.
• Maintains student confidentiality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

ETS Para-Pro Assessment (450)

Two years of college coursework (9 hours ELA, 9 hours Math)

Associate degree with 9 ELA & 9 Math hours

Job description

West Baton Rouge Parish School System Caneview Elementary School - Port Allen, Louisiana Open in Google Maps

Interventionist Paraeducator/Kindergarten - 5th Grade- (VACANT NOW)

West Baton Rouge Parish School System Caneview Elementary School - Port Allen, Louisiana Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in West Baton Rouge Parish

Job Details

Job ID: 5923676
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Paraprofessional (Head Start, Title I, Regular Education, and Special Education)

Location: Site Level School

Reports To: School Principal

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range : Per WBR Salary Schedule

Terms of Employment: 9 Months

GENERAL OVERVIEW

The paraprofessional working in Head Start, Title I, Regular Education or Special Education classrooms shall work directly with
students under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher to assist with the effective management/instruction of the
class/classes to which he or she is assigned.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in meeting the instructional needs of the students under the direction of the classroom teacher
• Interacts appropriately with students, and assists in creating an environment conducive to learning
• Helps students with personal possessions
• Assists in maintaining discipline standards according to the regulations of the school system and the assigned teacher
• Assists with handling of specialized equipment, computer, software, assistive language devices, etc. as directed by the classroom teacher
• Attends faculty meetings, parent conferences/meetings, and IEP meetings when requested
• Assists in maintaining classroom equipment and assists in keeping materials of instruction organized and clean
• Maintains student confidentiality
• Accompanies students to other classes, the restroom, recess, etc.
• Assists with feeding, diapering, and toileting, as well as other custodial or health-related duties as required for Head Start students and students with disabilities*
• Makes necessary wheelchair/equipment adjustments and positioning needed throughout the school day*
• Lifts and moves students as necessary*
• Assists in meeting the medical needs of students with disabilities: catheterization, administration of medication, etc. after proper training is provided*
• Becomes knowledgeable of and assists with the implementation of appropriate educational programs/standard
• Participates in grade level/subject areas meetings and /professional development activities
• Other duties as assigned

* Specific to Paraprofessionals assigned to Head Start, Special Education classes or to other Paraprofessionals
who serve in Regular Education or Title I classes that are a part of the Special Education Inclusion program.

PERSONAL TRAITS

Exhibits competency in the following areas:

• Poise and self-confidence
• Enthusiasm and optimism
• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Willingness to implement recommendations
• Acceptable speech and grammar
• Effective communication with students
• Discreet handling of confidential information
• Unbiased attitude regarding race, sex, creed, religion or disability
• Effective communication with colleagues and other adults

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Highly Qualified: Must have accomplished at least one of the following:
  • Passed the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Para-Pro Assessment (ETS Para-Pro Assessment #0755) with a passing score of 450; or
  • Completed two years of full-time study (48 semester credit hours) from a state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education (as defined by requirements in No Child Left Behind legislation) with 9 hours of ELA and 9 hours of Math coursework;or
  • Earned an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Applied Science degree from a state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education that includes 9 hours of ELA and 9 hours of Math coursework
• Non-Highly Qualified: (Head Start Only)
  • A high school graduate of GED
  • At least twenty years of age
  • Score at tenth grade level on the California Achievement Test or other test as designated.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $24,025 Per Year
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Barbara Burke
• 3761 Rosedale Road
• Port Allen, Louisiana 70767
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]