Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant

Garfield Elementary; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for employee

Health insurance for the employee

Job summary

Enid Public Schools at Garfield Elementary in Enid, Oklahoma is seeking a Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant to support teachers and help maintain a safe, effective learning environment for students.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and either 2 years of post-secondary education (48 hours) or an Associate's Degree or higher or the passing of relevant state assessments. The role is nine months with a calendar to be set by the Board, and benefits include employee health insurance.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Must have completed 2 years of post-secondary education (48 hours) OR an Associate's Degree or higher OR have passed a relevant state test.
• Evidence of, or willingness to, progress in instructional training opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assists children in classrooms with instructional tasks as assigned by the principal.
• Assists with classroom management to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Follows safety and health procedures and school policies.

Skills

Substitute teaching experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years post-secondary education / Associate degree or higher / state tests

Job description

Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5572719

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Pay: 12.00 per hour

Paid heath insurance for employee

Employees will be required to pay $12.00 for Tier I or Tier II certificate through OSDE.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must have completed 2 years of post-secondary education (48 hours) OR an Associate's Degree or higher OR have passed the formal State Assessment Test (OGET) OR have passed the ParaPro Assessment Test OR have passed the Workkeys Test.
• Evidence of, or willingness to, progress in instructional training opportunities.
• Such alternative qualifications as the Board finds appropriate and acceptable.
• Substitute teaching or teaching assistance experience preferred

REPORTS TO: Principal/Assistant Principal

Supervises:Helps supervise students

JOB OVERVIEW: To assist the school, under the supervision of the principal, with maintaining appropriate classroom activities and environment so students are safe to have the opportunity to succeed academically.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assists children in various classrooms with instructional task, as assigned by the school principal.
• Assists with classroom management needs to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
• Complies with all safety and health procedures, school policies and regulations.
• Assists with classroom coverage/support needed to foster student safety.
• Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers.
• Other Duties as Assigned

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 9 Month basis. Salary and work calendar to be established by the Board

WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position is generally in a classroom setting.

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS:This position requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, and lifting objects.

EVALUATION: In accordance with Board Policy and appropriate procedural regulations. The Superintendent or designee will be responsible for completing the evaluation.

SALARY RANGE:Based on the EPS Support Negotiated Contract Scale

BENEFITS:This position includes health insurance for the employee that may be waived for additional salary, if preferred.

As an equal opportunity employer, Enid Public Schools will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities the ability to perform their job duties/functions.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $12 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Amy Dutcher , HR Specialist
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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