Life Skills SPED Paraprofessional - Empower Students

Orion Junior High; Harrisville (UT); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Orion Junior High in Harrisville, Utah is seeking a part-time Lifeskills Special Educator Paraprofessional to support teachers and students in a 180-day calendar. This role assists with daily living and academic tasks, monitors behavior, and helps implement instructional plans under supervision.

The position requires physical activity, ability to lift, and reliable attendance; it is funded and non-exempt. Starting date is immediately, with 5.75 hours per day and 28.75 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs occasionally and 25 lbs frequently.
• Able to work with students with special needs.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Attendance is an essential function of this position.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom work under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing lesson plans.
• Assists other personnel as needed to support their work activities.
• Implements instructional behavioral programs under supervision to improve student learning.
• Maintains student files/records for documentation and data collection.
• Monitors students in various settings to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Performs record keeping and clerical tasks to support the teacher/administration.

Job description

Orion Junior High in Harrisville, Utah is seeking a part-time Lifeskills Special Educator Paraprofessional to support teachers and students in a 180-day calendar. This role assists with daily living and academic tasks, monitors behavior, and helps implement instructional plans under supervision.

The position requires physical activity, ability to lift, and reliable attendance; it is funded and non-exempt. Starting date is immediately, with 5.75 hours per day and 28.75 hours per week.