Paraeducator RISE

Independence Intermediate School; Yukon (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Intermediate School in Yukon, OK seeks a PARAEDUCATOR to support specialized classrooms under LEAP, RISE, LIFE and ABLE programs. Duties include assisting teachers, supervising students, and providing direct instructional support as part of a collaborative team.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus district paraprofessional training, CPR certification, and Oklahoma Tier II certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed.
• 48 college hours, associate's degree, or be able to complete WorkKeys tests within 60 days of hire date.
• Will be required to successfully complete Paraprofessional training provided by the district.
• CPR Certification.
• Oklahoma Tier II Paraprofessional Certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for classroom activities under supervision of certified teacher.
• Assist teacher with instructional classroom duties.
• Assists teacher with non-instructional classroom duties, including feeding, tube feeding, toileting (including changing diapers), clothing management, and transitions between classrooms and activities.
• Assists with an individual child's particular needs when called upon to do so.
• Performs clerical duties for assigned teacher.
• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the principal may assign from time to time.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

48 college hours / Associate's degree

Oklahoma Tier II Paraprofessional Certification

Paraprofessional training provided by the district

CPR Certification

WorkKeys tests within 60 days

Job description

Paraeducator RISE

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This job is also posted in Yukon (YPS)

Job Details

Job ID: 5921232
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: PARAEDUCATOR (Special Education Aide or Tier II Paraprofessional)

• LEAP:(Learners Excelling And Progressing) Lab/Resource setting with collaboration, monitor, co-teach and direct instruction service delivery.
• RISE:(Reaching Independence through Structured Education) Functional skills and modified curriculum classroom for students with mild/moderate disabilities.
• LIFE:(Learning In a Functional Environment) Functional skills and modified curriculum classroom for students with severe/profound disabilities.
• ABLE:(Academic and Behavioral Learning Environment) Classroom for students with emotional and behavioral concerns.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed;
• 48 college hours, associate's degree, or be able to complete WorkKeys tests within 60 days of hire date;
• Will be required to successfully complete Paraprofessional training provided by the district;
• CPR Certification;
• Oklahoma Tier II Paraprofessional Certification.

REPORTS TO: Principal, Assistant Principal, and Teacher

JOB GOAL:To help provide a smoothly functioningclass environment in which studentscantake full advantage of theinstructional program and available resourcematerials.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare for classroom activities under supervision of certified teacher.
• Assist teacher with instructional classroom duties.
• Assists teacher with non-instructional classroom duties, including feeding, tube feeding, toileting(including changing diapers), clothing management, and transitions between classrooms and activities.
• Assists with an individual child's particular needs when called upon to do so.
• Performs clerical duties for assigned teacher.
• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the principal may assign from timeto time.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• 10 month year
• 174 Work Day Calendar
• 7 Hour Day
• 1.112 pay ratio -YPS Pay Scale Information

EVALUATION: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy of evaluation for certified personnel.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.09 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Ryan McLaughlin , Principal
• Independence Intermediate School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]