Part Time Special Education Complex Needs Paraprofessional

Iron County School District; Parowan (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Iron County School District seeks a Part Time Special Education Complex Needs Paraprofessional for Parowan Elementary. The position supports students with disabilities under the Special Education Complex Needs Teacher, working 27.5 hours per week and remaining open until filled.

Responsibilities include instructional support, behavior observation, assisting with materials, and supervising students. The paraprofessional will lift and assist, operate equipment, and coordinate with staff to

Qualifications

• Requires teamwork with Special Education staff to support students with disabilities.
• Ability to lift and assist students and operate adaptive equipment as needed.
• Must follow behavior plans and assist in implementing classroom procedures.
• Basic computer skills including Google Docs and checking email regularly.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students and groups to reinforce learning activities.
• Observe and record student behavior and reinforce appropriate behavior.
• Assist certified educators with presenting learning materials and activities.
• Assist with procedures related to physical and medical needs.
• Support self-care activities as needed (toilet training, feeding, hygiene).
• Contribute to classroom management systems and routines.
• Guide students to interact harmoniously with peers.
• Supervise students during various parts of the school day.
• Operate office equipment (computers, copiers) as required.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and performance.
• Monitor students during lunch hours and transitions.
• Learn and use Google Docs and school email; adapt to new systems.

Skills

Instructional support

Behavior recording

Assist educators

Basic computer skills

Google Docs

Team collaboration

Tools

Computers

Copy machines

Adaptive equipment

Job description

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

Part Time Special Education Complex Needs Paraprofessional - Parowan Elementary

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

Date Posted: 9/3/2026

Location: Parowan Elementary

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.

Parowan Elementary is seeking a Part Time Special Education Complex Needs Paraprofessional to work 27.5 hours per week. This position will remain open until filled.

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.**