Paraprofessional - Special Education, Intense Interventions (2 positions available)

Elkhart Community School District; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Elkhart Community School District is seeking a Paraprofessional - Special Education under Intense Interventions at North Side Middle School. The role supports instruction, reading readiness, and math activities, and requires a strong, patient approach with students.

Applicants must have 48 college credits or an associate degree, with CPI and Trauma Informed Care training preferred. CPR certification, valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• Must have 48 hours of earned college credit or an associate degree (or higher).
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics, or reading readiness as appropriate.
• CPR certification for infants and adults is required.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and good attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering instruction for reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Support reading readiness activities when appropriate.
• Assist with implementing service plans with fidelity and work independently.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

48 college credit hours

Job description

Paraprofessional - Special Education, Intense Interventions (2 positions available) JobID: 8532

• Date Posted:
  8/6/2026
• Location:
  North Side Middle School

Schedule:7.5hours per day; 184 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