Paraprofessional Aide

Diocese of Gary; Louisiana; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Diocese of Gary seeks an Instructional Paraprofessional for St John the Baptist K-8 in Louisiana. Under a certified staff member, you will assist teachers to meet instructional goals and support classroom activities.

You will reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, and computer instruction, work with students in small groups, help with assessments, supervise non-instructional activities, and contribute to a safe, orderly learning environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with special needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in reading, language arts and mathematics to reinforce learning.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to support instructional programs.
• Assist with classroom assessments and record-keeping as needed.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and reinforce skills for diverse learners.
• Support behavioral management to maintain a safe, orderly classroom and supervise non-instructional areas.

Skills

Reading support

Math support

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience with special needs desirable

Tools

Word Processing (MS Word)

Excel

Job description

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3
• Date Posted:
  8/27/2026
• Location:
  St John the Baptist K-8

Instructional Paraprofessional

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
• Constructs, copies and distribute and use educational materials as needed.

Assists teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.

Additional Duties:

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned
  Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements

Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile:

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of college level coursework or passing of examination as required by the No Child Left Behind Act.
• Prior experience working with special needs children desirable.