Part-Time Paraprofessional I: Student Support

EMERSON ELEMENTARY; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Emerson Elementary School in Salt Lake City, part of the Salt Lake City School District, is seeking a Part-Time Paraprofessional I (0.5 FTE) to assist in general education classrooms. The paraprofessional will reinforce lesson plans, supervise students, provide clerical support, and help monitor progress under the teacher’s direction.

Starting wage is $18.50 per hour; anticipated start date is 10/26/2026; benefits are not eligible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of college (48 semester hours) or an associate degree or higher, or Paraprofessional Assessment score 460+.
• Transcripts or diploma must be provided with application or on contingent offer.
• CPR & First Aid certificate to be obtained within 2 months of hire.
• Attend Annual Health Services Training.
• Proficient in English (reading/writing) and basic math.
• Experience with standard office equipment and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom work under teacher direction and reinforce lesson plans.
• Proctor tests and monitor student progress with supervision.
• Assist teacher in evaluating student progress and implementing objectives.
• Support students’ learning plans and IEP-related interventions.
• Maintain safe learning environments across multiple settings.
• Prepare teaching materials and perform clerical tasks to support lesson plans.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic math

Microsoft Office

Office equipment usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college / 48 semester hours

Associate degree or higher

Paraprofessional Assessment score 460+

Tools

Paraprofessional Assessment

CPR & First Aid Certificate

Annual Health Services Training

Job description

Emerson Elementary School in Salt Lake City, part of the Salt Lake City School District, is seeking a Part-Time Paraprofessional I (0.5 FTE) to assist in general education classrooms. The paraprofessional will reinforce lesson plans, supervise students, provide clerical support, and help monitor progress under the teacher’s direction.

Starting wage is $18.50 per hour; anticipated start date is 10/26/2026; benefits are not eligible.