Para Educator

The Greater Nebraska Schools Hiring Consortium; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental benefits for full-time employees

Paid leave based on work assignment

Retirement contributions matched by District

Job summary

The Greater Nebraska Schools Hiring Consortium is seeking para-educators for various schools in Columbus, Nebraska. This position offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, with responsibilities that include supporting teachers and students throughout the school year.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and English proficiency is vital. Bilingual skills are valued but not mandatory. The consortium promotes diversity and inclusion in all hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak and read English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting teachers in classroom management and instruction.
• Supporting students with special needs.

Skills

English proficiency

Bilingual skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Date Posted: 6/9/2026

Contact: [e-mail] for all questions.

Description

You may use Para Positions to view all of the general job descriptions for para positions in the school district.

Job Summary

Positions include 9-month work calendars and may be full-time or part-time. Full-time employees (7-8 hours/day) are eligible for health/dental benefits, long-term disability, and life insurance. A part-time para may also choose to interview with the After School Program (ASP) to have enough hours to become full-time and receive benefits. Para positions are ongoing throughout the school year.

All district employees are required to participate in the Nebraska Public Employee Retirement System (NPERS), contributions by each employee (set by state law) are matched by the District.

All classified positions receive paid leave based on your work assignment.

Qualifications

Applicants for para-educator positions are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Ability to speak and read English is essential for the job duties of the position.

Bilingual skills are valued but not required.

Working Conditions

Vary by position.

Application Procedure

Apply online

Selection Procedure

1. Position is advertised to in-house employees
2. Applications (submitted in full) are reviewed by the hiring administrator
3. Pre-screening, phone interviews, or in-person interviews are scheduled based on the position
4. The job is offered and the accepting applicant completes a background check and employment verification

Columbus Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Columbus Public Schools makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EOE Policy.

Positions vary and are available at Kramer Preschool, Centennial Elementary, West Park Elementary, North Park Elementary, Emerson Elementary, Lost Creek Elementary, Middle School, High School, Cassette House, and the Non-Traditional Learning and Support Center.

Classified Para Positions Include (but not limited to)

• Para-professional - Pre-School
• Para-professional - Regular
• Para-professional - Title I
• Para-professional - Non-Public Schools
• Para-professional - English Language Learners
• Para-professional - Special Education
• Para-professional - High Needs Special Education
• Para-professional - Alternative Education
• Para-professional - Cassette House
• Para-professional - Head Start
• Para-professional - Life Skills
• Para-professional - Media Center
• Para-professional - Speech
• Para-professional - Alternative Ed. (Rule 17)
• Para-professional - Reading
• Para-professional - Non-Traditional Learning & Support Center

Principals will review applications and reach out to you by phone or email if they wish to interview you.

Postings current as of 6/17/2026 12:44:37 AM CST.