Paraprofessional (Instructional) Life Skills

Applitrack; Walkerville (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Paraprofessional (Instructional) Life Skills to support students at Coulston Elementary. The role involves personal care, health-related tasks, and collaboration with teachers to implement IEP accommodations.

Requirements include a high school diploma and qualifying criteria such as college credits, the CDA credential, or ParaPathways. Training opportunities will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement: High school diploma.
• Must be highly qualified by meeting one of the listed criteria.
• Two years of college experience or an equivalent credential.
• CPR and CPI certifications or ability to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care/assistance to the student per the IHP.
• Monitor accommodations for the student in general education settings.
• Assist in developing/presenting learning materials and exercises.
• Administer tests with appropriate accommodations per the IEP.
• Participate in tutoring for the student when indicated.
• Maintain daily logs on the student when requested.
• Help students master instructional equipment and materials.
• Attend professional development and implement new practices.

Education

High school diploma

Two years of college experience

Two-year college degree

Completed 48 credit hours

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

ParaPathways Assessments

1,000 hours of school/child experience

Annual school-level evaluations

LEA professional development modules

Job description

Paraprofessional (Instructional) Life Skills JobID: 527

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/21/2026
• Location: Coulston Elementary

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• CPR certification and/or ability to be trained and certified
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification and/or ability to be trained and certified
• Attend required training sessions
• With proper training, provide personal care/assistance to the student as outlined in the Individualized Health Care Plan, including:
  • assisting with diapering/toileting, catheterization, positioning, feeding, suctioning, lifting, g-tube care, blood stats, and other health care needs when indicated
  • monitoring respiratory/health status and report to the nurse when there are concerns
  • utilizing Universal Precautions and other procedures to reduce the possibility of infection
  • Providing/assisting with other health and personal care as directed by the nurse/teacher
• Monitor accommodations needed by the student to meet requirements in general education settings
• Handles clerical functions related to job responsibilities
• Assists instructional personnel with the development and presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises
• Assists in administering standardized and course-level tests with appropriate accommodations as determined on the student's IEP
• When indicated, plans and executes tutoring for the student
• Keeps daily logs on the student when requested
• Helps students master instructional equipment and instructional materials assigned by the teacher
• Attends assigned professional development and implements new practices successfully
• Is well organized, responsible, flexible, and has a strong work ethic.
• Enjoys working with students
• Maintains satisfactory attendance
• Complies with Corporation Bylaws, Policies, and Employee Handbook
• Model Corporation Mission Statement and Fundamental Objectives
• Must meet federal highly qualified guidelines for instructional assistants.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Requirement: High school diploma
• AND: Must be highly qualified by meeting one of the criteria listed below:
• Two years of college experience (transcripts required)
• Two-year college degree
• Completed 48 credit hours of college level classes
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential
• Pass the ParaPathways Assessments within the first year of employment
• One year or 1,000 hours of previous employment experience in a school or working with children
• Passed annual school-level evaluations
• Completed LEA required professional development modules/training

Postings current as of 10/7/2026 7:43:46 PM CST.

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