Program Management Support Para - SUN 1:1

Bloomington Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Bloomington Public Schools is seeking paraprofessionals for the SUN Program at Jefferson High School. The role supports students behaviorally and academically, reporting progress to case managers and teachers. Requires high school diploma, 60 credits or Para Pro, and PCA certification. 6.2-hour days, 180 days/year. Start ASAP.

Salary ranges from $23.06 to $27.15 per hour with wage placement based on experience. Must pass pre-work physicals and have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with special needs in an educational setting is preferred.
• Ability to implement behavioral support strategies and report progress.
• Strong teamwork and communication with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with academic tasks and daily living skills.
• Support the instructional process under licensed staff supervision.
• Monitor student independence and behavior management plans.
• Communicate student progress with case managers and teachers.

Skills

Special education experience

Behavioral support

Student support

Education

High School Diploma

60 credits post-secondary or Para Pro

PCA Certification

Job description

• Date Posted: 11/2/2026
• Location: Jefferson High School
• Date Available: ASAP

Paraprofessionals in the SUN Program

Thank you for your interest in becoming a paraprofessional at Bloomington Public Schools. Paras play an important role in providing behavioral and academic support to students and are often the first go-to person for students during the day.

Location:

Jefferson HighSchool

Effective Date:

ASAP

Salary:

Class III ranging from $23.06 - $27.15 per hour

*Wage placement based on similar experience

Hours:

6.2 hours per day (Approx. 7:50 am - 2:37 pm)

5 days per week

180 days per year

Required Education:

• High School Diploma
• 60 credits post-secondary education or a passing score on the Para Pro Exam
• PCA Certification (or the ability to obtain)

Physical Requirements:

Must have the ability to pass a pre-work physical exam including the following requirements:

• Must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must have ability to push/pull equipment including standers, wheelchairs, etc
• Must have ability to repetitively reach overhead
• Must have ability to transfer to/from floor
• Must have ability to kneel

Required Experience:

Successful experiences working with speical education students in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with licensed and other staff to assist students with academic, behavioral/social/emotional, instruction, and daily living skills.

• Assist in implementation of assigned tasks including instruction and assisting students academically
• Monitor student's skills of independence and implementation of classroom of individual behavior management programs
• Assist with daily living activities
• Communicate student's progress with case managers