Paraprofessional - Special Education

Leesburg Elementary; Leesburg (IN); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 22,042,000; Part time

Job summary

Leesburg Elementary in Leesburg, Indiana, is seeking a Paraprofessional – Special Education to support certified staff and meet students' needs. The role includes assisting with instructional activities, supervising students during various activities, and helping maintain a safe learning environment.

Requires 48 college credits or ParaPro eligibility and prior experience with students. The position is part-time for 36 weeks, non-exempt, reporting to a supervising teacher.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students in educational settings.
• Ability to complete required ParaPro Assessment or demonstrate college credit eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified teachers with learning activities and preparation of instructional materials.
• Supervise students during drills, assemblies, recess, field trips, lunch, and classroom activities.
• Record student progress data for teacher review.
• Participate in training as directed by supervising teacher and principal.
• Communicate student progress and needs to the classroom teacher.

Skills

Experience with students

Education

48 college credits

ParaPro Assessment eligibility

Job description

Paraprofessional - Special Education

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Job Details

Job ID: 5793502
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Aug 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 7, 2026

Job Description

Reports to: Supervising Teacher

General Summary: A paraprofessional assists certified teachers in providing a safe learning environment where children’s individual needs are met.

Essential Functions:

• Assists the teacher with the learning activities of students and preparation of student’s instruction materials.
• Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, recess, field trips, lunch times, and classrooms as needed.
• Assists teacher with recording student progress data.
• Participates in general and job specific training as determined by the supervising teacher and principal.
• Supervises students in instructional and/or assessment activities both on and off campus at the direction of the teacher.
• Communicates with the classroom teacher on student progress and/or special needs of students.
• Interacts respectfully with staff and parents.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.
• Performs other reasonably-related duties as may be assigned by the principal or supervising teacher.

Qualifications:

• Education – 48 college credits or ability to pass the ParaPro Assessment
• Experience – Evidence of experience working with students

Length of Position: 36 weeks(for the school year)

Position Type: Non-exempt

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a paraprofessional.

Position Type: Part-Time