Paraprofessional at Young Adult Program (YAP)

YNG ADULT PRG CMS-A; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Millard Public Schools seeks a Paraprofessional for the Young Adult Program (YAP) in Omaha. This part-time role (6.5 hours/day) runs Monday–Friday, 7:30–2:05, supporting young adults with disabilities to build vocational and independent living skills.

The position includes data gathering, possible job coaching, and assistance with personal care as needed, working closely with certified teachers and staff on-site.

Qualifications

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Ability to work with young adults with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support 18-21 year old students with disabilities to develop vocational and independent living skills.
• Provide job coaching as needed and assist with data gathering.
• Assist with personal hygiene needs and daily living activities as required.
• Collaborate with licensed teachers and program staff to deliver instruction and supervision.

Job description

Paraprofessional at Young Adult Program (YAP)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5910427
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Do you have a desire to support young adults in achieving the independence they need for a successful transition to adulthood? This unique ACP Paraprofessional position supports 18- 21-year-old students with disabilities at Millard's Young Adult Program. It is a 6.5-hour per day position working between the hours of 7:30 and 2:05, Monday-Friday.

This position includes supporting young adults with the development of critical vocational and independent functioning skills. The young adult program uses a variety of settings such as a simulated apartment (on site), vocational work center (on site) as well as some community opportunities for embedded learning (e.g., community outings to a variety of locations in the Omaha metro) to teach critical life skills young adults need to be as independent as possible upon completion of the young adult program. This position could include supporting certified teachers with functional academic and vocational instruction, gathering data, assisting young adults with personal hygiene needs (which may include but is not limited to toileting, feeding, lifting and positioning), or providing job coaching as needed. This position requires strong team collaboration and communication skills. If you are looking for a rewarding, unique paraprofessional opportunity, the young adult program is it!

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $19.78 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tricia Gillett , Principal
• YNG ADULT PRG CMS-A
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]