Paraprofessional/Significant Support Needs

Harrison School District 2; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison High School in Harrison School District 2 is seeking a SPED paraprofessional to support students with significant needs in the SSN program. You will assist with instructional activities and adapt materials under supervision to ensure access to learning in the least restrictive environment.

The role requires collaboration with educators, safeguarding student confidentiality, and flexibility to support lunchroom and school-wide activities on-site for the 2026-2027 school year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children with special needs preferred.
• CPR and First Aid preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support instructional programs in individual, small and large groups.
• Assist students with special needs across emotional, motor and health needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff on behavioral goals and strategies.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate records.
• Perform lunchroom and crossing guard duties as needed.
• Assist with data collection and documentation.

Skills

Basic English communication

Interpersonal skills

Classroom support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Paraprofessional training within 36 months

Criminal background check & fingerprinting

Tools

Computers & office equipment

Job description

Paraprofessional/Significant Support Needs JobID: 11673

• Date Posted:
  8/18/2026
  
• Location:
  Harrison High School
  

For School Year 2026-2027

183- Work Day Calendar7- 7.5 hrs/day (determined by school)

THIS POSITION IS FOR A SPED PARAPROFESSIONAL IN THE SIGNIFICANT SUPPORT NEEDS PROGRAM (SSN)

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.60+ (Salary placement is based on experience.)

Click on the following link to view the full pay range on the ESP Salary Schedule: https://www.hsd2.org/our-district/financial-transparency

(Compensation will include an additional $1.00/hour for paraprofessionals in these Center Based Special Education programs: Affective Needs, SSN, CSD and TAP)

Job Summary:

Provide instructional support and assistance in meeting the educational needs of students, under the direction and immediate supervision of a licensed school professional. Services provided vary based on Individual Education Plans (IEP) and requirements to provide services in the least restrictive environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support instructional programs and provide instructional assistance for students in individual, small and large group settings.Implement approved modifications and/or accommodations of curriculum.Supervise and facilitate students in the classroom and a variety of settings that may include the lunchroom, playground, field trips, extra-curricular activities, or on-the-job training.
• Help and support students with special needs which may include emotional issues, self-help skills, fine and gross motor, visual, auditory, physical, medical and health needs, educational, prevocational and life skills in a least restrictive environment.
• Facilitate crisis intervention and assist students with problem solving techniques and conflict resolution.Enforces district policies regarding behaviors and discipline to help correct behavioral problems and meet behavioral goals.
• Collaborate and communicate with other special and regular educators and administrators with regard to academic and behavioral issues and observations. Provide suggestions, feedback and support to building staff, administrators, parents and outside agencies regarding effective strategies for facilitating learning.
• Assist the school professional by helping with data collection, updating records and documentation while helping maintain student files and class records. Maintain compliance with confidentiality laws including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Attend and participate in district and building in-service opportunities and committee work.
• (Elementary/K-8) Perform crossing guard duties as assigned by school administration to include attending crossing guard training and direction action of children and traffic at assigned crosswalks in order to ensure safe crossing.
• (Elementary/K-8) Perform lunchroom monitor duties as assigned by school administration to include assisting students with lining up to receive their lunches, helping students open items on their trays, enforcing lunchroom rules, leading students to the lunchroom, dismissing students from the lunchroom, wiping down tables, and assisting with organizing and implementing indoor activities for students during inclement weather.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Training and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Upload/Scan transcripts if applicable.
• 0 – 2 years experience. Experience working with children with special needs preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and behavior management is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid preferred.
• Core District Special Education Paraprofessional training or requirements must be acquired within 36 months of hire.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Basic English, writing and communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of computers and office equipment.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Note:

Applicants who upload a copy of their transcripts or certifications to their application may choose to redact any dates included on the transcripts or certifications, including date of birth and dates of attendance/graduation/completion. An un-redacted copy will be requested if an employment offer is extended. In addition, submitted resumés may also exclude dates of attendance or graduation for high school and/or post-secondary education.

Application Procedure:

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Postings current as of 8/25/2026 5:11:19 AM CST.

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