Paraprofessional (Special Education 1:1 Aide) LifeSkills PC

Applitrack; Daniel Boone (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Paraprofessional 1:1 Aide for the Life Skills program at Daniel Boone Area Primary Center. The role focuses on direct 1:1 student support during the school day in accordance with each student’s IEP.

The ideal candidate will assist with functional academic instruction, daily living skills, and communication development. This position requires a high school diploma, teamwork, and strong organizational abilities, with training provided for behavior support plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to work harmoniously with students and teachers.
• Experience in organizational skills.
• Knowledge of/experience with computers preferred but not required.
• Credentials comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct 1:1 support to the assigned student throughout the school day per IEP.
• Assist with functional academic instruction (reading, math, money skills, time concepts, and other practical learning activities).
• Reinforce instruction and skills introduced by the special education teacher or other certified professional.
• Support daily living and independent living skills (personal organization, hygiene, social behavior, meals, etc.).
• Assist with communication skills, including the use of communication devices when applicable.
• Support development of appropriate social skills and interactions with peers and adults.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and visual supports identified by the educational team.
• Assist with behavior intervention or support plans under qualified staff direction.
• Support the student during classroom activities, transitions, meals, field trips, and other school activities.
• Provide assistance with personal-care needs as required by the student's plan and training.
• Assist with adaptive equipment or assistive technology as directed.
• Observe and document student performance and communicate observations to staff.
• Promote student independence by reducing adult assistance when appropriate.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.

Skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computers

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computers

Job description

Paraprofessional (Special Education 1:1 Aide) LifeSkills PC JobID: 1040

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Special Ed One-on-One Aide
• Date Posted:
  9/25/2026
• Location:
  Daniel Boone Area Primary Center

One-on-One Special Education Aide Life Skills

183 days per school year

Requirements for the Position

• 1. A high school diploma
• 2. The ability to work harmoniously with students and teachers
• 3. Experience in organizational skills
• 4. Knowledge of and/or experience with computers, preferred but not required.
• 5. The individual's credentials are in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations governing individuals functioning in the capacity of this position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct 1:1 support to the assigned student throughout the school day in accordance with the student's IEP and individual needs.
• Assist the student with functional academic instruction, including reading, communication, mathematics, money skills, time concepts, and other practical learning activities.
• Reinforce instruction and skills introduced by the special education teacher or other certified professional.
• Support instruction in daily living and independent living skills, including personal organization, hygiene, appropriate social behavior, meal routines, and other functional activities.
• Assist the student with communication skills, including the use of augmentative or alternative communication devices when applicable.
• Support the development of appropriate social skills and interactions with peers and adults.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, visual supports, schedules, reinforcement systems, and other strategies identified by the student's educational team.
• Assist with implementation of the student's behavior intervention or support plan, when applicable, under the direction of qualified staff.
• Support the student during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, specials, vocational activities, community-based instruction, field trips, arrival, dismissal, and other school activities.
• Provide assistance with toileting, feeding, dressing, hygiene, mobility, positioning, and other personal-care needs, when required by the student's individual plan and when appropriately trained.
• Assist the student with adaptive equipment, assistive technology, mobility devices, or specialized materials as directed.
• Observe student performance and behavior and collect or document data as requested by the supervising teacher.
• Prompt and redirect the student appropriately while encouraging the student to complete tasks as independently as possible.
• Promote student independence by gradually reducing adult assistance when appropriate and as directed by the student's educational team.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries while providing consistent, supportive, and respectful assistance.
• Follow established health and safety procedures and respond appropriately to student needs or emergencies.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student educational, behavioral, medical, and personal information.
• Communicate observations, concerns, progress, or changes in student behavior to the supervising teacher or appropriate staff.
• Participate in training and professional development related to the needs of students served within the Life Skills program.
• Perform other duties related to the position as assigned by the teacher or administrator.