Paraeducator Special Needs Life Skills [XP09]

Laramie County School District 1; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

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Job summary

Laramie County School District 1’s ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in Cheyenne, Wyoming seeks a Paraeducator - Special Needs to support students under the supervision of a certified teacher. This 8-hour/day, Monday–Friday position pays $18.32/hour with a 12-month pay schedule and benefits.

The role emphasizes assisting with individual goals, data collection, and collaboration with staff. Starting date is immediate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with school-age children preferred.
• Experience with children with special needs preferred.
• First Aid certification preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire
• Training on delegated healthcare procedures within 30 days of employment

Responsibilities

• Assist with students' individual medical and personal needs as directed.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement IEP objectives and track progress.
• Document daily activities, behavior, and assignments for data-driven decisions.
• Maintain classroom materials, supplies, and records; support staff as needed.

Skills

English language skills

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal relations

Confidentiality

Safety awareness

Attendance discipline

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience with school-aged children

Experience with children with special needs

First Aid certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Office equipment familiarity

Job description

Laramie County School District 1 ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Cheyenne, Wyoming Open in Google Maps

Paraeducator Special Needs Life Skills [XP09]

Laramie County School District 1 ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Cheyenne, Wyoming Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Laramie County School District 1

Job Details

Job ID: 5904404

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

8 HOURS/DAY Monday-Friday Pay Column J: $18.32/hour - Pay will be spread out over 12 months

+ Benefits

Job Title:Paraeducator - Special Needs Revised Date:May 2020 Department:Paraeducators FLSA Status:Non-Exempt Work Year:9 months Salary Schedule:Paraeducator

SUMMARY:Under the direction of a certified teacher, provide support to students with special education needs within the assigned classroom by assisting with students’ individual medical and personal needs; practicing and reinforcing learning concepts with individual and/or small groups of students; assisting students in reaching academic, personal, and behavioral goals; adapting classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials as directed; collaborating with teachers to implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs); monitoring and documenting student activities and behavior; and providing clerical support to teacher(s) and staff. Supports teachers and students within the PALS, CLAS, behavior intervention, essential skills, life program, progressive/adaptive learning, ADT, EDT, sign support, and other Specialized Assistance programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Tasks Descriptions

Frequency

% of Time

• Under the direct supervision of a certified teacher, guides students individually or in small groups with lesson assignments and personal interactions for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching academic, personal, and behavioral goals.Monitors and adheres to student’s daily schedule and behavior plan to ensure consistency and academic/behavioral success. Administers tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. to support the teacher in the classroom.Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials and/or makes accommodations under the direction of the special education teacher.Models conversations, manners, active listening, organizational skills, problem solving strategies, and everyday interaction to demonstrate appropriate social behavior in a culturally sensitive manner and to develop students’ daily living and behavioral skills. Employs and supports appropriate de-escalation and restraint techniques (e.g. MANDT, etc.) as needed to maintain a safe environment.
• Supports the individual medical and personal needs of student(s) as instructed by a health care professional and after attending training.Duties may include administering immediate first aid, oxygen, and medical assistance and performing diapering, tube feeding, toileting, etc.
• Confers with certified teacher to assist in the evaluation of student progress, success, and recordkeeping.Documents student’s daily activities, including behavior, completed assignments, on/off task times, etc., for the purpose of making data driven decisions.Provides verbal feedback and/or written documentation and reports observations and incidents related to specific students.Maintains manual and electronic files and records as required.
• Collaborates with teachers to implement and meet Individualized Education Plan (IEP) objectives. Observes students throughout the course of the school day to evaluate progress toward IEP objectives and/or implement accommodations and/or modifications for the purpose of maximizing student learning.Attends IEP meetings, as requested, to provide feedback to teachers and/or parents in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Monitors and supervises students in a variety of settings, including classroom, playground, field trips, library, lunchroom, bus loading/unloading, etc.Implements various levels of discipline in accordance with school district and building policies for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Assists in making copies and obtaining, organizing, and maintaining classroom materials, equipment, and work areas to maximize student learning, provide a safe learning environment, and meet mandated requirements.
• Assists other personnel as required which may include enrolling students, maintaining records, working with other classroom teachers, filing paperwork, organizing rooms, duplicating, laminating, correcting papers, etc.
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Attends meetings and in-service training as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Ongoing 4% TOTAL = 100%

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or equivalentNo experience requiredExperience working with school age children preferredExperience working with children with special needs preferredExperience working in a healthcare field preferred

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:Criminal background check required for hireFirst Aid certification preferredTraining on delegated healthcare procedures required within the first 30 days of employment

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:English language skillsOral and written communication skillsInterpersonal relations skillsBasic math skillsBilingual language skills preferredKnowledge of child development stages preferredAbility to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the jobAbility and willingness to work effectively and compassionately with students with all levels of abilitiesAbility and willingness to adhere to attendance expectationsand to follow district procedures for absence reportingAbility to promote and follow Board of Trustees policies, District policies, and building and department proceduresAbility to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgroundsAbility to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate/required safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals preferred; required within 2 months after hireOperating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, etc. preferred; required within 2 months after hireOperating knowledge of and experience with office productivity programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail, etc. preferred

Reports to:Certified Teacher and Principal

POSITION TITLE # of EMPLOYEES Direct reports: This job has no supervisory responsibilities

Responsible for supervising the behavior and well-being of students in the classroom, getting on and off the bus, on recess, on field trips, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Vision Demands:

Required

No special vision requirements.

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

X

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

X

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral vision

Depth perception

Ability to adjust focus

X

NOISE LEVEL:

Exposure Level

Very quiet

Quiet

Moderate

X

Loud

Very Loud

Position Type: See Job Description Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Brook Yearsley , Principal
• ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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