Paraprofessional, Instructional, Title 1 - (Rate Starts at: $19.10 per hour

Prairie Wind Elementary; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Wind Elementary in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking an Instructional Paraprofessional - Title 1 funded, with duties centered on supporting classroom instruction and monitoring student progress. The position runs August through May while school is in session.

The role reports to the Building Principal, offers 7.0 hours per day on a 10‑month, non‑exempt schedule, and starts immediately with a salary rate starting at $19.10 per hour.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 college credits or proven reading/math instruction ability.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, and reach overhead.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher(s) with instruction and monitor student progress.
• Collect data and maintain records of student performance.
• Support with grading and homework review as directed.
• Supervise students during lunch and recess.
• Assist with arrival and dismissal of students.
• Operate educational technology and software with students.

Skills

Confidentiality

Data collection

Small group instruction

Diversity awareness

Education

AA degree / 48 credits

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Paraprofessional, Instructional, Title 1 - (Rate Starts at: $19.10 per hour

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Job Details

Job ID: 5920730
Application Deadline: Sep 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Starting August 2026

POSITION/JOB TITLE: Instructional/Educational Paraprofessional - Title 1 Funded- Work August through May when students are in session.

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: 7.0 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 andmaintain 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 instructedby 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: Full-Time

Salary: $19.10 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

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