Paraprofessional - Special Education

Delano Public Schools, ISD #879; Delano (CA); On-site; USD 27,538 - 31,423; Part time

Job summary

Delano Public Schools is seeking patient, caring paraprofessionals to assist teachers in managing student behaviors and supporting academic work completion and functional skills.

Paraprofessionals may work in regular or special education settings under licensed teachers, with potential duties including supporting extracurricular activities or bus routes. Some assignments could occur evenings or weekends, and data collection/communication will be used daily to support student needs.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree/equivalent or prior designation as a highly qualified paraprofessional. Alternatives to achieve highly qualified status are available.
• Experience with special education or people with disabilities is preferred. Necessary training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Support students with disabilities in academic, social, behavioral and functional goals.
• Work in mainstream or special education classrooms under licensed teachers.
• Assist with extracurricular activities or bus routes as needed.

Education

Associate Degree/equivalent

Job description

• Date Posted: 7/29/2026
• Date Available: 09/01/2026

Special Education Paraprofessional - Delano Public Schools (Multiple Positions)

2026-2027 School Year

Delano Schools is looking for patient, caring, supportive persons who can assist teachers in managing/monitoring student behaviors and provide assistance with academic work completion as well as functional skills.

Job Summary:

The paraprofessional will support students with disabilities which may include academic, social, behavioral, and functional needs. The paraprofessional may work in mainstream classrooms or special education classrooms under the direction of licensed special education teachers. Additional duties may include supporting extracurricular activities or bus routes. On rare occasions, this assignment may entail work in evenings or weekends. The paraprofessional will utilize their skills daily for the purposes of data collection and communication to support the needs of students.

Qualifications:

Associate Degree/equivalent or prior designation as a highly qualified paraprofessional. Alternatives to achieve highly qualified status are available. Consult with Anthony Frank for more information: [e-mail]

Experience with special education or people with disabilities is preferred. Necessary training is provided.

Locations & Shift Times:

• 7:50am - 2:50pm (6.5 hours/day on student contact days), 30 minute unpaid lunch
  • Specific start/end times may vary.
• Opportunities exist for paraprofessionals to assist with Special Education transportation and/or extra-curricular activities.

Salary & Benefits:

• Pay starts at $19.99 - $22.81/hour
• Benefits include district contribution toward health insurance or $1.75/hr cash-in-lieu option, Dental available at your cost
• District-paid long‑term disability insurance

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