Middle School Applied Skills Paraprofessional

DeKalb Middle School; Waterloo (IN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County Central United School District is seeking an Applied Skills Paraprofessional at DeKalb Middle School in Waterloo, Indiana. The role involves supporting students with diverse cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and medical needs under supervision, and collaborating with teachers in applied skills classrooms.

The position is full-time, with 40 hours per week, and requires a HS diploma (or equivalent).

Qualifications

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the learning activities of children with multiple cognitive, behavior, emotional and medical needs.
• Provide clerical and instructional support for the instructional teacher.
• Assist in individual or small group instruction of students on individualized goals.
• Ensure that the student performance levels, needs and abilities are supported.
• Assist students off the bus and into the building, and out of the building and on the bus.
• Assist students with lunch and feeding.
• Assist students with toileting and related medical needs.
• Lift students into and out of wheelchairs.
• Assist in behavior management and maintain a safe environment.
• Collaborate with teachers and paraprofessionals in applied skills classrooms.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

DeKalb Co Central United School District DeKalb Middle School - Waterloo, Indiana Open in Google Maps

Middle School Applied Skills Paraprofessional

DeKalb Co Central United School District DeKalb Middle School - Waterloo, Indiana Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in DeKalb County Central United School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5972783

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

We are DeKalb!

DeKalb County Central United School District is committed to preparing students today for the world of tomorrow. Our mission is to develop students as critical thinkers, communicators, and collaborators who can adapt and persevere with empathy and integrity in an ever-changing world. Every member of our team is a valuable resource in this pursuit of excellence, and we are currently seeking an Applied Skills Paraprofessional at DeKalb Middle School!

What your day will look like:

Under supervision, you will be involved in the entire educational day of children. This will include:

• Assisting in the learning activities of children who have multiple cognitive, behavior, emotional and medical abilities.
• Provide various clerical and instructional support for the instructional teacher.
• Assisting in the individual or small group instruction of students on individualized goals.
• Ensure that the individual student performance levels, needs and abilities are supported.
• Assist students off the bus and into the building, and out of the building and on the bus.
• Assist students as they learn how to serve themselves at lunch and assist with feeding.
• Assist students in learning toileting, which may include assisting in the restroom, changing diapers, and assisting with other medical needs.
• Lifting students into and out of wheelchairs.
• Assist in behavior management of students and maintaining a safe atmosphere for students in your care.
• Receive Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training.
• Collaborate with teachers and other paraprofessionals in the applied skills classrooms.
• This position will be 40 hours per week.

Why we’ll love you:

• You have worked hard to earn a H.S. Diploma or equivalency.
• You have the ability to lift, carry, pull, push or otherwise move 25 to 50 pounds.
• You have the ability to walk or stand for extended periods.
• You can establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Why you’ll love us:

• Great opportunity to have a schedule that allows you to work and have the same working calendar as your children; or if you are retired, to find a new purpose in making a difference in the lives of the most fragile children.
• Holiday breaks during Christmas, spring and fall break.
• Full time hours with benefits!
• A fun, team focused environment where you are making a difference each day for children!

DeKalb County Central United School District seeks to develop and nurture its diversity. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive community that recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person; fosters tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, and mutual respect. DeKalb County Central United School District is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Helmsing , Mrs
• 3326 COUNTY ROAD 427
• WATERLOO, Indiana 46793-9532
• Email: [e-mail]