Paraprofessional - Temp/Sub

Nenana City School; Nenana (AK); On-site; USD 29,535 - 32,001; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Alaska seeks a full-time paraprofessional to assist in student learning and lesson implementation. This role involves classroom management, preparation of instructional materials, and direct support to students. Candidates should possess an AA degree or equivalent, be familiar with teaching processes, and exhibit strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a salary range of $21.44 to $23.23 per hour.

Qualifications

• Meet ESSA criteria for paraprofessionals.
• Ability to think clearly and calculate accurately.
• Possess and demonstrate sound emotional judgement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementation of lessons in academic areas as directed.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Intervene in crisis/emergency situations as directed.

Skills

Knowledge of the teaching‑learning process

Positive speech skills

Ability to follow directions

Education

AA degree or two years of college

Tools

Computer

Copier

Audio/Visual Equipment

Job description

Paraprofessional - Temp/Sub

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Job Details

Job ID: 5341496
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 18, 2025 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

NENANA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

P.O. Box 10
Nenana AK 99760
Telephone: [phone]
Website: http://www.nenanalynx.org

PARAPROFESSIONAL

REPORTS TO: Building Principal (Site Supervisor)

DATE OF DESCRIPTION: September 7, 2006

DEPARTMENT: Nenana City School

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Range I

SKILL CLASSIFICATION: Paraprofessional

NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB:
To implement on a daily basis all assistance toward supporting student learning as deemed necessary or required to meet the personal and academic needs of each student.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrate consistent punctuality and regular attendance
• Assist in implementation of lessons in academic areas (K-12) as directed by the regular classroom teacher in individual, cooperative, small and large group settings.
• Facilitate supervision and classroom management of all students as directed by the regular classroom teacher.
• Assist classroom teacher in preparation of materials and equipment for use in instruction.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information concerning students, staff, parents or guardians.
• Demonstrate consistent use of positive verbal and non-verbal communication skills and interpersonal relations when working with students, parents/guardians, and all district personnel.
• Assist in grading of routine student work.
• Prepare materials needed for classroom lessons, student use or by teacher request: locate, research, duplicate/copy, construct, file, laminate, type, design, cut, glue, draw, color and generally organize instructional materials.
• Intervene with students, at the direction of the teacher or administrator, in crisis/emergency situations.
• Demonstrate initiative by seeking appropriate additional tasks when assigned work is completed, including working with students on academic or behavioral needs even when not specifically directed by the supervising teacher.
• Perform other duties as assigned by classroom teacher or principal.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Mental Abilities

• Knowledge of the teaching‑learning process.
• Meet ESSA criteria for paraprofessionals.
• Knowledge of child growth and development.
• Knowledge of lesson implementation and presentation.
• Knowledge of classroom management techniques.
• Demonstrated positive speech skills (enunciation and clarity).
• Ability to think clearly and calculate accurately.
• Ability to work with people of various personality types (flexibility).
• Possess and demonstrate sound emotional judgement.
• Ability to follow and successfully complete written and oral directions.

EDUCATION, LICENSE, CERTIFICATION OR FORMAL TRAINING

• AA degree, two years of college or pass of Paraprofessional test required.
• Meet criteria of Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) legislation.

EQUIPMENT USED

• Computer
• Copier
• Fax Machine
• Overhead Projector
• Paper Cutter
• Audio/Visual Equipment (DVD player, television, VCR, etc.)
• Other district equipment, as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Finger strength required to type effectively on a computer keyboard
• Finger, hand and arm strength necessary to write on paper, whiteboard, overhead projector sheets, etc. throughout the workday.
• Visual acuity and stamina to work at a computer monitor
• Lower body strength to kneel, stand, and walk throughout the workday.
• Upper body strength to correctly lift up to 25 pounds and carry more than 50 feet.
• Verbal stamina to articulate clearly and with appropriate volume throughout the workday.
• Auditory discrimination sufficient to receive detailed information through normal speech at 5 feet and warning cries or alarms above normal classroom and playground noise.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Regular exposure to weather extremes.
• Occasional exposure to loud noises.

EMPLOYEE ACCOUNTABILITY

- EMPLOYEES ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION -

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$21.44 to $23.23 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA