Paraeducator (2151)

Helena Middle School; Helena (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Helena Middle School in Helena, Alabama is seeking a paraeducator to support instructional programs and assist in supervising and instructing students with special needs. You will help implement individual plans and monitor student behavior under the guidance of assigned teachers.

Qualified applicants should have an associate degree or have completed at least 48 hours of college study; Alabama WORKKEYS may be accepted. The position runs 187 days and reports to the principal and assigned teachers.

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Must hold an associate degree or have completed 48 hours of college study (or WORKKEYS test).
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to instructional programs within assigned classrooms.
• Assist in supervising, caring for, and instructing students with special needs.
• Assist in implementing instructional plans and monitor student behavior.
• Provide information to appropriate school personnel.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Education

Associate degree

48 hours college study

Job description

Paraeducator (2151)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5942954

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 23, 2026

Job Description

Paraeducator

Qualifications:

• Must hold an associate’s degree (or) have completed a minimum of 48 hours of study at a regionally accredited institution of higher education (or) have successfully completed the Alabama State Board of Education approved WORKKEYS test.
• Good physical and emotional health, including ability to lift as well as to implement behavioral management program with students of varying ages and sizes.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

Reports to: Principaland Assigned Teachers

Job Goal: To provide support to the instructional program within assigned classrooms with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of students with special needs; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior; and providing information to appropriate school personnel.

Terms of Employment: 187 days.

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Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 410 East College Street
• Columbiana, Alabama 35051
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]