Paraprofessional, Transition Program (Starts at $21.99 per hour)

Omaha Public Schools; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Public Schools in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Paraprofessional for the Work Experience - Special Education Transition Program to support students during the August–May school terms. The role requires a high school diploma, good health, ability to lift 50 pounds, regular attendance, and ability to follow directions.

The position is full-time, 185 days, 7 hours daily. Starting pay is $21.99 per hour, with duties including assisting teachers, accompanying students to work experiences,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Regular attendance is essential.
• Evidence of good mental and physical health.
• Training in health care-related field is helpful.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with educational programs for students.
• Accompany students to work experience activities.
• Assist or carry out activities designed by therapists and staff.
• Maintain cleanliness in classrooms and restrooms.
• Lift a student if needed and participate in two-person lifts.
• Prepare instructional materials for classrooms.
• Assist students during transportation in vans.
• Record information on data sheets.
• Carry out behavior programs as planned by staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate with students as directed by staff.
• Travel to different schools as needed.

Skills

Regular attendance

Health-conscious

Follow directions

Lifting ability

Health care background helpful

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Paraprofessional, Transition Program (Starts at $21.99 per hour)

Omaha Public Schools Transition Program North Site - Omaha, Nebraska
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Job Details

Job ID: 5957433
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional, Work Experience - Special Education Transition Program - work August-May while students are in session

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Regular work attendance is essential.
• Evidence of good mental and physical health.
• Training in health care related field helpful.
• Follow written and oral directions to carry out educational programs of students.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

OTHER INFORMATION

Work Schedule: 185 days, 10-month

Hours to Work: 7.0 hours per day, Monday through Friday

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist classroom teacher to carry out educational programs for mentally handicapped students.
• Accompany students to work experience.
• Assist or directly carry out educational activities designed by teacher and support personnel; i.e., Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist and Speech Language Therapist.
• Maintain immaculate cleanliness standards in classrooms and restrooms.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, and be able to adapt to the physical demands of this position.
• Help prepare instructional materials required for classrooms.
• Assist students transported in vans.
• Record information on data sheets.
• Carry out behavior programs as planned by professional staff.
• Ability to physically lift a student, participate in a two-person lift or operate a hoyer lift.
• Ability to assist students in completion of a wide range of academic subjects and levels.
• Maintain good interpersonal relations with peers and a wide variety of professional staff affiliated with program.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Interact/communicate with students as directed by professional staff.
• Must be able to travel to different schools as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Terms of Employment

This position is treated as a full-time non-exempt classified position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

The offer of employment is contingent upon:

• Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses, certificates, and other requirements for the position (e.g., Paraprofessionals obtaining “Highly Qualified status,” etc.), as identified and maintaining all licenses, certificates, and requirements for your position throughout employment.
• A background check which demonstrates to OPS that background is acceptable for the position.
• Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required for position offered).
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required for position offered).
• Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination to determine ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131. (531-299-0307)

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the human resources department at 531-299-0240.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.99 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Special Education > Transition Specialist

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 3215 Cuming Street
• Omaha, Nebraska 68131
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]