Paraprofessional

A M BARBE HIGH; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Calcasieu Parish School Board BARBE HIGH in Lake Charles, LA, seeks a paraprofessional to support teachers and students. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with options including ParaPro exam, an associate’s degree, or two years of college credit.

The role emphasizes building positive relationships with school staff, students, families, and community partners. Background checks apply after employment recommendation; fingerprinting is not required at application.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Candidates may meet the requirement by ParaPro exam score, an associate’s degree, or two years of college credit.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree

Two years of full-time college credit

Tools

ParaPro exam

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

High school diploma or equivalent is required. In addition, applicants must have one of the following:

• Passing score on the ParaPro exam, OR
• Two years of full time college credit.

Must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with school stakeholders, state and federal agencies and the general public.

The background check will be done upon employment recommendation. You are not required to be fingerprinted to apply.

DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5983561
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 05, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

High school diploma or equivalent is required. In addition, applicants must have one of the following:

• Passing score on the ParaPro exam, OR
• Associate’s degree, OR
• Two years of full time college credit.

Must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with school stakeholders, state and federal agencies and the general public.

The background check will be done upon employment recommendation. You are not required to be fingerprinted to apply.

DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Position Type: Full-Time