Paraprofessional (Part-Time)

West Intermediate; Jenks (OK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Jenks Public Schools West Intermediate in Jenks, OK, is seeking a Paraprofessional for a part-time role. The position involves assisting the special education teacher with students, supporting behavior plans, and helping with classroom setup and materials.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and CPR/First Aid training, with state-approved certifications or tests as applicable. The role emphasizes student support, confidentiality, and collaboration with the school team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Complete CPR and First Aid training and maintain.
• Satisfy ACT WorkKeys or Paraprofessional requirements per state.
• Completes All district health, citizenship, and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher with individuals or small groups.
• Support behavior intervention plans as applicable.
• Modify materials and help prepare classrooms for teaching and learning.
• Assist with student transitions (lunch, bathroom, specials, nurse clinic).
• Collaborate with related service providers to meet student needs.
• Maintain student records with confidentiality and progress notes.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Paraprofessional (Part-Time)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5926022

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Jenks Public Schools Job Description

Position: Paraprofessional

Reports to: Principal and Special Education Teacher

Supervises: None

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Satisfy Every Student Succeeds Act requirements by :
  • Completed at least 2 years of study (48 hrs.) at an institution of higher ed, or
  • Hold an associate’s degree or higher, or
  • Obtained a National Career Readiness Certificate through successful completion of the ACT, WorkKeys Assessment, or passed the Paraprofessional Assessment Test - Passing Score is 455, or
  • Passed the Oklahoma General Education (OGET) Test.
• Complete and maintain training and skills in Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid.
• Satisfy all district requirements with regard to physical health and citizenship.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

Position Goal: Assist in the implementation of the program designed to meet the specific goals and objectives for each student, through the provision of individual attention, additional and/or enrichment instruction.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of the special education teacher, works with individuals and/or small groups of students to reinforce expectations and learning introduced by the teacher.
• Assists the teacher and supports behavior intervention plans, if applicable.
• Modifies materials and assists in preparing and maintaining classrooms for teaching and learning.
• Adheres to schedule, assisting students with transitions as appropriate, i.e. lunch, bathroom, specials and nurse clinic.
• Assists in lifting students as instructed for safety from chair to and from changing table and/or toilet.
• Assists students with toileting needs as appropriate.
• Collaborates with service providers PT, OT, SLP, vision and/or orientation specialists to assist with meeting the physical and training needs of students.
• Assists in tasks or student support requested by teacher or principal.
• Assists in maintaining student records, i.e., confidentiality, charting progress with academics or behavior.
• Complete the Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Training or other State approved Local Education Agency (LEA) training.
• Complete training in Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens Training yearly.
• Participates in professional development and other training programs, as required.
• Demonstrates care and concern for students through cooperation and willingness to learn.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Employment Terms: Nine (9) month classified hourly contract

FLSA Qualification: Non-Exempt

Evaluation: Jenks Public Schools Classified Evaluation

Physical Demands:

This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.

Regular Requirements: Stand for extended periods; sit for extended periods; twist at the neck and trunk; bend at the waist; stoop, kneel, crouch; lift/move up to 50 pounds; handle objects and tools with hands; repetitive use of fingers and hands.

Occasional Requirements: Reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Visual Requirements: Close, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.

Hearing/Speaking Requirements: Adequate to exchange information.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16.58 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Shannon Davis , Site Principal
• West Intermediate
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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