North Ogden Jr High - Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) SpEd Paraprofessional (30585)

North Ogden Junior High

North Ogden (UT)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 25,000

Part time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits through Utah RSA

Partial leave benefits

Job summary

North Ogden Jr High in Utah seeks a part-time SEL Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with behavioral needs under the supervision of an SEL teacher and related staff. The role features a 4.0 hour/day (20 hours/week) schedule, 180-day calendar, and benefits through Utah Retirement Systems as described.

The paraprofessional will implement behavior plans, assist in instructional and non-instructional activities, convey data, and collaborate with teams to create safe, positive

Qualifications

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures for extended periods.
Must be able to move from sitting on floor to standing repeatedly.
Must be able to drive district vehicles to transportation students where applicable.

Responsibilities

Assist SEL teacher and related staff in instructional and non-instructional activities.
Develop and monitor intervention and classroom supports for students.
Model positive student behavior for staff.
Collect data and analyze classroom conditions to support behavior plan strategies.
Collaborate with school teams to provide instruction without disruption.
Maintain students' files/records for documenting activities.
Monitor students in classrooms and community to ensure a safe learning environment.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Provide accommodations in various settings (reading tests aloud, scribe, alternate locations).
Assist in data collection and decision-making regarding student behavior.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Behavior management

Data collection

Education

Experience preferred

Job description

North Ogden Jr High - Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) SpEd Paraprofessional (30585)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5973615
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 27, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: SEL Special Education Paraprofessional

Calendar/Contract: 180 Days

Salary Schedule: Lane 4(B) of the Educational Support Paraprofessionals Salary Schedule

Hours: 4.0 hours/day | 20.0 hours/week

Benefits: Eligible for retirement benefits through Utah Retirement Systems, as well as partial leave benefits

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Application Note: This position will remain open until filled after a minimum offive working days (three working days if EMERGENCY HIRE is indicated). Applications will be reviewed prior to scheduling interviews. Current employeesshouldcomplete the internal candidate application.

This position is funded, in full or in part, through grant allocations or student enrollment-based funding sources. Continued employment (or the position's hourly workload) is contingent upon the availability of future funding, as determined on yearly basis.

Job Description

This position assists the SEL teacher and/or related service staff in instructional and non-instructional activities for students who have significant behavioral disabilities. This position develops, implements, and monitors intervention for students, develops and implements classroom supports, and models techniques for staff in teaching positive student behavior.

Primary Functions (including, but are not limited to, engaging in the following activities with support and direction)

Utilize safe and appropriate procedures when managing students with challenging behavior
Interpret and implement written behavior plans
Utilize and model the implementation of positive behavior supports with students
Observes, collects data, and analyzes existing classroom conditions in order to assist with behavior plan strategies and implementation.
Collect data regarding student behaviors and recommend appropriate instructional modifications to develop responsible thinking and decision-making skills in students.
Collaborates with school team members to provide instruction and support effectively, and without disruption to the environment or other individuals in the environment
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with multiple school teams
Assists in maintaining students' files/records for the purpose of documenting activities and/or providing reliable information.
Monitors individual students in classrooms, school and community, etc. for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Must be able to adapt to changing work priorities; displaying tact and courtesy; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; being attentive to detail; and working with detailed information/data.
Relate to special needs students in a positive and confident manner
Supports students, including providing instruction, in a variety of settings - special education classroom, general education classroom, one-on-one, etc.
Provides accommodations for students, such as reading tests aloud, scribe, alternate location for assessments, check-in/check-out support, etc.
Supports classroom teacher in collecting data.
Monitor student behavior and make quick, effective decisions
Remain calm in crisis situations
Drives students in district vehicles for the purpose of providing transportation to/from school and other locations
Work independently with minimal supervision
Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality
Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures
Duties as otherwise assigned by the building administrator or special education for the benefit of students
Regular attendance at work is critical.

Qualifications and Basic Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, bending, standing, and sitting in student-size chairs) for extended periods of time
Must be able to move from sitting on floor to standing position repeatedly
Safely manage physical or verbally aggressive students.
Participate with students in physical fitness activities including walking, stretching, and aerobic exercise.
Remain calm and follow safety procedures in emergency situations.
Must be able to utilize quick body movements to maintain safety and implement student behavior plans
Must be able to drive district vehicles to transportation students various school settings as applicable
Must be willing to participate in and utilize Mandttraining.
May require working with bio-hazards (blood borne pathogens, human waste, cleaning/disinfecting materials, etc.)
Participate in required school and district training (e.g. van certification)

Attendance is an Essential Function of this Position

Physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position. The role requires in-person collaboration, direct interaction with team members, other staff, students, and/or guardians, and access to on-site equipment and resources.

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