Paraeducator, Substitute Para Application for the 2026-2027 School Year

Young World Physical Education

Lincoln (NE)

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USD 18,468 - 26,303

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Substitute Paraeducator for the 2026-2027 school year in Lincoln, NE. This part-time role involves on-call responsibilities, assisting teachers, and supervising classrooms and lunchrooms for students with varying needs. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential. Candidates must have citizenship, residency, or a work visa. The position pays $16.25 per hour, with flexible hours depending on assignment. Applicants should be available during indicated availability times.

Qualifications

Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

Assist teachers with district educational programming.
Provide classroom and lunchroom supervision.
Aid students with special needs.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Oral/written communication skills

Job description

Para, Substitute Para Application for the 2026-2027 School Year

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Job Details

Job ID: 5698328

Application Deadline: April 26, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: May 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16.25 to $16.25 Per Hour

Salary Year: 2025-2026 $16.25/hour (2026-2027 Salary pending board approval)

Job Description

THIS IS THE POOL APPLICATION FOR THE SUBSTITUTE PARAEDUCATOR

FOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Lincoln Public Schools is continuously accepting applications for the Substitute Paraeducator position. The Substitute Paraeducator is an on-call position replacing the regularly assigned paraeducator. The position consists of a variety of duties dependent upon the type of student needs and programs.

The responsibilities include assisting teachers in carrying out district educational programming; classroom and lunchroom supervision; aiding a student with special needs – learning and behavioral needs, as well as mental and physical challenges; early childhood programs; and school entrance monitoring and supervision. The Substitute Paraeducator requires flexibility, willingness to follow directions, and the ability to adapt quickly to new locations and duties. Strong organizational skills and oral/written communication skills are required.

The position hours will depend on assignment work schedule. We are looking for candidates for both short-term and long-term substitute opportunities. Substitute Paraeducators must be available to also work during those times they have indicated availability.

Substitute Paraeducators are required to review and sign the appropriate job description prior to accepting substitute assignments. In addition, Secured Entrance Monitor Substitute Para must complete training prior to accepting assignments.

This position is subject to veterans preference.

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