Paraprofessional - Special Education

Payette Joint School District; Payette (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Payette School District seeks qualified paraprofessionals for the 2026-27 school year to support students under licensed teachers and administrators. Paraprofessionals assist with instructional and behavioral needs in classrooms and school settings, without replacing licensed staff.

Responsibilities include instructional support, classroom assistance, behavior support, and data collection, following district policies and FERPA confidentiality protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively with students of various ages.
• Ability to follow direction from licensed staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.
• Highly Qualified: associate degree or higher, two years of postsecondary education, or ParaPro assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students individually or in small groups under licensed teacher direction.
• Assist with classroom activities, instructional materials, and daily routines.
• Support student behavior using district-approved strategies and interventions.
• Assist students with organization, transitions, and task completion.
• Implement accommodations and supports as outlined in student plans (IEPs, behavior plans, etc.).
• Maintain confidentiality of student data and staff information.

Skills

Student support

Confidentiality

Follow directions

Physical demands

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro / 2-year college

Job description

Paraprofessional

2026-2027 School Year

Position Type: Classified (Paraprofessional)
Work Schedule: School year; hours determined by assignment
Reports To: Building Principal

Position Summary

Payette School District is seeking qualified paraprofessionals to support students for the 2026-27 school year. Paraprofessionals work under the direct supervision of licensed teachers and administrators to support instructional, behavioral, and supervision needs in classroom and school settings.

This position supports student learning and school operations and does not replace licensed staff responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties may vary by assignment and student needs and may include, but are not limited to:

• Provide instructional support to students individually or in small groups under the direction of a licensed teacher
• Assist with classroom activities, instructional materials, and daily routines
• Support student behavior using district-approved strategies and interventions
• Assist students with organization, transitions, and task completion
• Implement accommodations and supports as outlined in student plans (IEPs, behavior plans, or other educational plans) under teacher direction
• Collect and document basic student data or observations as directed
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, playgrounds, and other school settings
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information in accordance with FERPA and district policy
• Follow district policies, procedures, and professional expectations
• Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the classified paraprofessional role

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work effectively with students of various ages (elementary or secondary students)
• Ability to follow direction from licensed staff
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position

Highly Qualified Requirement (ESSA): Candidates must meet federal and state “highly qualified” paraprofessional requirements by holding an associate degree or higher, completion of two years of postsecondary education, or successful passage of the ParaPro Assessment (Para-Professional Praxis certification test).

Preferred:

• Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting
• Experience supporting students with academic, behavioral, or special needs
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, bend, or kneel for extended periods and assist with student supervision or mobility consistent with assigned duties.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided, in accordance with applicable state and federal law, to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Terms of Employment

• Salary and benefits in accordance with the Payette School District classified salary schedule
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of:
  • Criminal background check
  • Fingerprinting
  • Required district training

Equal Opportunity Employer

Payette School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Position open until filled. All recommendations for hire are tentative offers. Employment is contingent upon board approval and successful completion of a federal background check and drug-free workplace pre-employment screening (if required for the position). Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code, may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code, shall not be hired.

Regular attendance is essential to this position.