Part Time Special Education Complex Needs Paraprofessional

Iron County School District; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Part time

Job summary

Iron County School District is hiring a Part Time Special Education Complex Needs Paraprofessional for Iron Springs Elementary. The role supports students with disabilities, under the Complex Needs Teacher, and requires lifting, behavior support, and use of adaptive equipment. 27.5 hours per week.

Responsibilities include assisting with instructional activities, behavior monitoring, classroom management, and basic computer tasks. Regular attendance is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Assists students with learning activities under supervision.
• Observes and records behavior; reinforces positive behavior.
• Supports teachers with instructional materials and exercises.
• Handles basic physical/medical needs as directed.
• May assist with self-care tasks and routines when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students and groups.
• Observe and record behavior, reinforce appropriate conduct.
• Assist educators in presenting learning materials and exercises.
• Assist with physical and medical needs procedures.
• Support self-care activities when required by students.
• Contribute to classroom management systems and routines.
• Guide students to interact harmoniously with peers.
• Supervise students across school areas.
• Operate office equipment e.g., computers, copiers.

Skills

Instructional support

Behavior management

Collaboration with teachers

Google Docs

Basic computer skills

Student supervision

Job description

Iron County School District has a vacancy for your consideration. Please find the details below.

Part Time Special Education Complex Needs Paraprofessional - Iron Springs Elementary

Category: Part-Time Para Professional/Paraprofessional - Level II Special Education

Date Posted: 9/14/2026

Location: Iron Springs Elementary

Date Closing: 09/21/2026

We want you to join our team and help to make a difference in the lives of students and families in your community!

The Iron County School District supports families in developing college and career readiness by BUILDING knowledge, skills and relationships for ALL. Empowering ALL to learn at high-levels through systematic district and school-wide supports.

Iron Springs Elementary is seeking a Part Time Special Education Complex Needs Paraprofessional to work 27.5 hours per week.

The Part Time Special Education Complex Needs Paraprofessional works under the direction of the Special Education Complex Needs Teacher to provide education and related services to students with disabilities. The position will require the incumbent to lift and support students, change protective clothing, implement behavior management plans, operate adaptive equipment (wheelchairs, etc.), and communicate effectively with students and staff.

• Provides instructional support assistance to students and student groups to reinforce and follow up learning activity.
• Assists in observing and recording behavior patterns and follows appropriate techniques to reinforce acceptable behavior.
• Assists certified educators with the presentation of learning materials and instructional exercise.
• Assists in responsibility for procedures related to physical and medical needs.
• Depending on position, may be asked to assist students, as needed in learning self-care techniques, including toilet training, bathing and personal cleanliness; may be asked to assist in diapering, toilet training, feeding, and other self help skills if needed.
• Participates in the development, maintenance, and carrying out of systems for classroom management.
• Guides students in working and interacting harmoniously with other students.
• Supervises students in all areas of the school.
• Operates various types of office equipment such as computers, copy machines, etc.
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance and job performance is required.
• Monitor students inside and outside of the building during lunch hour.
• Must have basic computer knowledge, be familiar with Google docs and check email frequently. Must be willing to learn and use all computer systems and software as needed.

Iron County School District uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online.