Paraeducator - RISE (Mild/Moderate Program)

Lakeview Intermediate School; Yukon (OK); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeview Intermediate School in Yukon, Oklahoma is seeking a paraeducator to support students in a mild/moderate program under licensed teachers. This 10-month position earns $15.09 per hour with a 7-hour day and 174 work days per year.

The role includes assisting with instructional activities, helping with feeding, toileting, and transitions, and collaborating with the LEAP/RISE/LIFE/ABLE programs to support students' progress and independence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, with ability to obtain required certifications.
• Demonstrated aptitude for paraprofessional duties.
• CPR certification and Oklahoma Tier II Paraprofessional Certification required.
• Ability to assist with feeding, toileting, and classroom transitions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for classroom activities under supervision of certified teacher.
• Assist teacher with instructional and non-instructional duties, including feeding, toileting, transitions.
• Perform clerical duties and support teacher in daily activities.
• Follow supervisor directions and support student needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college hours / associate's degree / WorkKeys within 60 days

CPR Certification

Oklahoma Tier II Paraprofessional Certification

Job description

Paraeducator - RISE (Mild/Moderate Program)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5871784

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

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 functioning class environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials.

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 time to 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

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