Paraprofessional I (PT)- 242

Parkview Elementary

Salt Lake City (UT)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 30,000

Part time

37 hours ago

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Job summary

Parkview Elementary in Salt Lake City, UT seeks a Paraprofessional I to assist teachers in general education classrooms. You will help supervise students, reinforce lesson plans, and provide clerical support to promote academic growth.

The role requires fingerprinting, background checks, and compliance with ESSA and district policies. Starting wage is $18.50 per hour with a 0.7375 FTE (up to 29.5 hours/week). Anticipated start is 11/23/2026.

Qualifications

Fingerprinting and criminal background check required.
High school diploma or equivalent.
ESSA qualified: multiple pathways (two years college, associative degree, or Parapro/PRAXIS/ParaPathways scores).
Provide transcripts or diploma with application or contingent offer.
CPR & First Aid within 2 months of hire.
Annual Health Services Training required.
English literacy: speaking, reading, writing.
Basic math skills (fractions, percentages, ratios).
Experience with standard office equipment and MS Office.

Responsibilities

Adapt classroom work under teacher direction to support lesson plans.
Administer tests and proctor under supervision.
Confer with teacher on progress and objectives.
Implement learning and behavior plans aligned with IEPs.
Monitor students in various settings to ensure safety and engagement.
Provide classroom intervention to boost learning.
Prepare materials, maintain records, and report progress.
Administer first aid/CPR as needed and follow safety practices.
Assist other staff to maintain efficient operations.
Report incidents per policy and district procedures.
Attend meetings and training opportunities.
Maintain confidentiality and adapt to changing priorities.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years at an accredited higher education institution (48 semester hours)

Associates (or higher) degree

Parapro/PRAXIS eligibility (score 460+)

ParaPathways Assessment (Reading 332, Math 334)

CPR & First Aid Certificate

Annual Health Services Training

English proficiency

Basic math (fractions, percentages, ratios)

Experience with Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Paraprofessional I (PT)- 242

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Job Details

Job ID: 5986025

Application Deadline: Dec 06, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Nov 06, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Details

Work Calendar: Hourly

FTE: 0.7375 (Up to 29.5 Hours per Week)

Contract Status: Non-Contract

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Reports To: Principal or Administrative Designee

Starting Wage: $ 18.50 hourly

Salary Schedule/Lane: 86/L

Benefits: Not Eligible

Anticipated Start Date: 11/23/2026

Priority Screen Date: 11/12/2026

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Positions Available:1

JOB SUMMARY

The Paraprofessional I assists assigned teaching personnel in the supervision and instruction of students in general education classrooms. Working alongside the classroom teacher ensuring students stay engaged and on task, reinforcing lesson plans, providing clerical support, supporting students’ academic growth and overall development.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check. Additional minimum required qualifications for this position are:

High school diploma or equivalent
Per Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), interested applicants must be Highly Qualified to be considered for the position and have completed one of the following:
completed at least two years at an accredited higher education institution (minimum 48 semester hours), or
obtained an associates (or higher) degree from an accredited higher education institution, or
satisfied a rigorous state or local assessment (Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS ETS) with a score of 460 or higher, or
(ParaPathways Assessment) with a score of 332 for Reading and Writing and 334 for Mathematics
The higher education institution official transcripts, or college diploma, or a copy of the Paraprofessional or ParaPathways Assessment must be provided with your application or upon a contingent offer of employment.
Unofficial transcripts can be a placeholder until official transcripts are provided
Hold or obtain CPR & First Aid Certificate within 2 months of hire
Attend Annual Health Services Training
Effective communication skills with both children and adults, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English; proficiency in grammar and punctuation
Ability to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios
Experience using standard office equipment (e.g., phone, copier, scanner, fax machines, etc.) and Microsoft Office

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

These are examples of skills and experience that the best-qualified candidates may have.Not having one or all of them does not disqualify any candidate from consideration.

Experience in a K-12 education or public employment environment
Knowledgeable of age-appropriate activities; stages of child development; classroom management techniques; and development of effective lesson plans; lead small groups and learn through play
Spanish or other language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understand

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Adapt classroom work under the direction of the teacher and provide a method to support and reinforce lesson plans
Administer tests and evaluations, proctor tests, under supervision of the teacher (e.g., DRA, DIBELS, observational data for IEP goals, etc.) to monitor student progress
Confers with teacher assisting in evaluating student progress and implementing student objectives
Implement students' learning and behavior plans to meet students' social and behavioral interventions, health care plans, and ensure compliance with IEPs
Monitor individual students in a variety of settings (e.g., classroom, library, playground activities, field trip, bus boarding and exiting, etc.) providing a safe and positive learning environment
Provide appropriate classroom intervention with students under the teacher's direction (e.g., booster groups, individual instruction, small group instruction, etc.) improving student learning and academic success
Prepare teaching materials, perform record-keeping and clerical functions, and organize related reports (e.g., worksheets, scheduling, copying, data recording, grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to implement lesson plans and document student progress to support the teacher and administrator
Administer first aid/CPR to students when necessary and adhere to safety practices
Perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages and rations, read a variety of manuals, and write documents following prescribed formats
Assist other school personnel as required and needed (e.g., instructors, site administration, other paraprofessionals, etc.) ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
Report incidents (e.g., fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to maintain the personal safety of students and adhere to district policies, procedures and state law
Participate in various meetings and workshops as assigned to convey and gather information required to perform functions; present information to others; attend additional training opportunities as needed
Independently interpret guidelines, maintain confidentiality, be attentive to detail, and adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions, as required
Support a team environment by collaborating with own and other work units to effectively perform duties
Maintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements efficiently and effectively
Communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse individuals and groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships with employees and stakeholders
Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

EMPLOYEE SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Paraprofessional I Physical Demands Form

The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resource Services – Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call 801-578-8340.

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Non-Discrimination Statement

No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, (801) 578-8340. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, (303) 844-5695.

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