Paraprofessional/Pupil Support Assistant, Special Education

Applitrack; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

ISD 200 Hastings High School is seeking a Paraprofessional/Pupil Support Assistant for its SPED program. The role focuses on supporting students academically, emotionally and behaviorally in a center-based setting.

Work hours are 6.25 hours per day with a 30-minute unpaid lunch for the 2026-2027 school year, with potential schedule adjustments in following years. Candidate will assist teachers, collect data, and implement district procedures.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following requirements: two years of qualifying college credits (usually 60 credits) through an accredited institution, or an associates or higher degree with qualifying coursework, or a passing score on a valid assessment.
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow program direction as provided by teachers and administrators.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and support students with daily living activities.
• Proficient in organizational skills.
• Must be punctual in reporting to work and for assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist the licensed teacher with instructional reinforcement and accommodations and manage student progress in the classroom.
• Assist with data collection and behavior management techniques.
• Support student learning with academics, social/emotional needs and interpersonal skills.
• Implement district policies and procedures including emergency procedures, data collection, and positive behavior supports.
• Reinforce instruction through small group or individual activities.
• Be flexible with schedule changes and student assignments.
• Supervise and assist students during lunch, arrival and departure.
• Maintain respect and confidentiality for students, staff and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Follow instructions

Organization

Punctuality

Education

Two years of qualifying college credits

Associate degree or higher

Passing score on assessment

Job description

Paraprofessional/Pupil Support Assistant, Special Education JobID: 2450

• Position Type:
  Support Staff - Pupil/Instructional/ Instructional Assistant - SPED


• Date Posted:
  10/6/2026


• Location:
  Hastings High School

POSITION PURPOSE

Paraprofessionals in ISD 200 empower students to achieve their best by supporting them academically, emotionally and behaviorally to maximize their learning experience.

Location & Position:

Hastings High School - Resource/LEAP Program (Setting 3, ASD/DCD center-based program)

Hours:

• 6.25 hours/day (plus 30 minute unpaid lunch) for the 2026-2027school year. (Hours anticipated to be 5.75 beginning 2027-2028school year)


• Start and end times vary based on location and student need


• Student contact days only

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Assisting the licensed teacher in providing instructional reinforcement, accommodations andmanaging student educational progressin the classroom


• Assistwithdata collection and behavior management techniques to ensure student success


• Assist and support student learning with academics, social/emotional needs, and interpersonal skills


• Assist special education teacher in implementing district policies and procedures including but not limited to emergency procedures, data collection, positive behavior supportsand non-violent crisis intervention as directed


• Reinforce instruction through small group or individual activities


• Ability to be flexible with schedule changes,student assignments,behavior regulation


• Supervising and assisting studentsduring lunch, arrival/departure from school, and other daily needs


• Maintain a high level of respect,equity for all and confidentiality of information regardingstudents, staff and families


• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  
  
  • at least two years of qualifying college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education, or;
  
  
  • an associates or higher degree, with qualifying course work, or;
  
  
  • a passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment.
  
  
  
  


• Proficient in oral and written communication skills


• Ability to followprogram direction as provided by teachers and administrators


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in weight and support students with activities of daily living


• Proficient in organizational skills


• Ability to be punctual in reporting to work and for assigned duties during the day

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