Part-Time Instructional Paraprofessional — Classroom Support

Dundee Elementary; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Omaha Public Schools Dundee Elementary seeks a part-time instructional paraprofessional to support teachers and monitor student progress. The role starts January 2027 for the second semester and requires assisting in instruction and data collection, with a focus on supporting diverse student needs.

The position is part-time, temporary, with 5.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday, under the district salary schedule. Salary is $17.50 per hour, with duties including supervision and classroom support.

Qualifications

• Committed to helping all children learn and reinforce concepts.
• Willingness to participate in professional development and in-service trainings.
• Regular daily attendance and reliability are essential.
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.
• Ability to work with diverse populations with tact and diplomacy.
• Interacts professionally with internal and external customers.
• Manual dexterity and stamina for a full day of activity.

Responsibilities

• Work with students or small groups to reinforce learning.
• Model appropriate behaviors for students.
• Develop and maintain rapport with classroom staff.
• Assist students at arrival and dismissal.
• Supervise students during lunch and recess.
• Assist with grading and reviewing homework as instructed by teachers.
• Collect data and maintain records on student progress.
• Perform routine classroom management and maintenance duties.
• Organize materials and schedules per guidelines.
• Assist students with educational technology tools.

Skills

Help all children learn

Professional development

Regular attendance

Flexibility

Diversity awareness

Professional interaction

Manual dexterity

Education

Associate degree or 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Omaha Public Schools Dundee Elementary seeks a part-time instructional paraprofessional to support teachers and monitor student progress. The role starts January 2027 for the second semester and requires assisting in instruction and data collection, with a focus on supporting diverse student needs.

The position is part-time, temporary, with 5.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday, under the district salary schedule. Salary is $17.50 per hour, with duties including supervision and classroom support.