Paraprofessional, Instructional (Part-Time) Temporary - ($17.50 per hour)

Springville Elementary; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Springville Elementary in Omaha, Nebraska seeks a part-time Instructional Paraprofessional for the 2nd semester starting January 2027. The role supports teachers, assists with classroom activities, and helps monitor student progress. This temporary position requires the ability to work with diverse students and maintain student confidentiality.

Position offers 5.50 hours per day, Monday through Friday, 10 months non-exempt. Salary is set per negotiated schedules and the OPS agreement.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or completion of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours, or demonstrated proficiency to assist instruction in reading, writing and math.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb stairs and reach overhead.

Responsibilities

• Work with students or small groups to reinforce concepts taught by certified staff.
• Model appropriate student behavior and maintain professional rapport with teachers.
• Assist students at arrival and dismissal and during lunch/recess supervision.
• Support grading and reviewing homework as instructed by teachers.
• Assist in monitoring, data collection, and maintaining records of student progress.
• Organize materials and schedules; use educational technology with students.

Skills

Assist students in learning

Data collection and records

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree or 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours or competency test

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Paraprofessional, Instructional (Part-Time) Temporary - ($17.50 per hour)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5961747
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Oct 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Part-Time Temporary Position Starting January 2027 - 2nd semester only!

POSITION/JOB TITLE:Instructional/Educational Paraprofessional Part-Time

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Instructional Paraprofessional's primary responsibilities include assisting the classroom teacher(s) and other support personnel with instruction. The Paraprofessional also helps monitor student progress and performance by collecting data and maintaining records.

MINIMUM JOB RELATED QUALIFICATIONS

• An Associate's degree, OR completion of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours at an institution of higher learning, OR demonstrated proficiency in the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing and mathematics via state or locally approved competency test.
• Maintain high level of confidentialityregarding student and staff information.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps and reach overhead

QUALIFICATIONS

• Committed to helping all children learn - assist students and reinforce learning concepts for individual or smallgroups
• Willingness to participate in professional development and in-service trainings
• Regular daily attendance is essential
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness
• Ability to work with diverse populations and handle situations with tact and diplomacy
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly and professional manner
• Possess the manual dexterity, physical ability and stamina for a full day of various physical activity

OTHER INFORMATION:

Reports to: Building Principal

Work Schedule: 5.50 hours per day, Monday through Friday, 10 Month, Non-Exempt

Salary: Wages are administered consistent with negotiated agreement or board adopted salary schedule.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff.
• Model appropriate behaviors for students.
• Develop and maintain a professional rapport with classroom teacher and other staff.
• Assist students at arrival and dismissal of school.
• Assist in the supervision of students during lunch and recess periods.
• Assist with grading and reviewing homework as instructed by the classroom teacher.
• Assist teachers in monitoring, collecting data and maintaining records regarding student performance and progress.
• Ability to perform routine classroom management and maintenance duties.
• Performs assigned supervision of students during lunch periods and recess periods.
• Ability to organize and retrieve materials and organize schedules according to guidelines.
• Knowledge of computers with the ability to assist students with educational technology to includesoftware.
• Performs other duties as assigned

* NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aligned with the mission of the Omaha Public Schools is the commitment to educational equity for all students, staff and patrons of the school system. In all places and in all activities of the Omaha Public Schools, it is expected that every individual will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. All conduct will reflect a belief in the dignity and value of each person regardless of the individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizenship status, or economic status.

Position Type: Temporary
Salary: $17.50 Per Hour
Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 3215 Cuming Street
• Omaha, Nebraska 68131
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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