Paraprofessional - Special Education, Behavior Support

Elkhart Community Schools Building Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Paraprofessional for Special Education and Behavior Support at Eastwood Elementary School. The role requires assisting in instructing students, maintaining timely attendance, and completing specialized training for serving students with special needs. Ideal candidates should have at least 48 hours of college credit, experience with children, and hold a valid Driver's License. This position emphasizes a willingness to learn and effective communication skills while maintaining a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Must have CPR certification for infants and adults.
• Must have a valid Driver's License in good standing.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance.
• Complete specialized training for serving students with special needs.

Skills

Experience working with children

Ability to communicate well

Willingness to learn

Education

Completion of at least 48 hours of college credit or an Associate's degree

Job description

Paraprofessional – Special Education, Behavior Support (JobID: 8049)

Date Posted: 1/15/2026

Location: Eastwood Elementary School

Schedule

7.5 hours per day; 190 days per year.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least 48 hours of earned college credit at an institution of higher education, or obtained an Associate's degree (or higher), or met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal State or local assessment (Para Pro Assessment Test): (a) knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics, or (b) knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, as appropriate.
• Experience working with children; wholesome and understanding attitude toward children; ability to use proper English and communicate well; pleasing personality; willingness to learn and expand general knowledge; ability to take initiative and work independently.
• CPR certification for infants and adults.
• Must have a valid Driver's License in good standing.
• Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position.

Preferred

• 3+ years in Intense special education classroom or community agency servicing special populations.
• Willingness to learn and expand general knowledge; ability to take initiative, implement service plans with fidelity, and work independently.

Special Requirements

• Must successfully complete the following within the prescribed probationary period: Acquire and maintain specialized Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training, including annual recertification; Acquire and maintain Trauma Informed Care district continuing education; Complete a minimum of 8 additional hours of specified training each year.
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Require specialized training in an area needed for serving students with special needs, including the necessity to use de-escalation and therapeutic holds.

Documents to be uploaded with this application

• Resume
• Copy of college transcripts or copy of Para Pro test results

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 3:40:33 AM CST.