Roy Jr High - Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) SpEd Paraeducator (30129)

Roy Junior High; Roy (UT); On-site; USD 26,738,000 - 34,965,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber School District Roy Junior High is seeking a SEL Special Education Paraprofessional to support the SEL teacher and related service staff with instructional and behavioral interventions. The role involves implementing classroom supports, data collection, and modeling positive behavior strategies across settings.

The position is part-time (180 days calendar), with a 5.75-hour day schedule and 28.75 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous job-related experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist SEL teacher and related staff in instructional and non-instructional activities.
• Develop, implement, and monitor interventions and classroom supports.
• Model positive student behavior strategies for staff.
• Observe, collect data, and analyze classroom conditions to inform behavior plans.
• Provide accommodations and support in multiple settings (special ed, general ed, one-on-one).
• Support staff with data collection and maintaining records.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with team members and guardians.
• Remain calm and make quick, effective decisions in crises.

Skills

Behavior management

Classroom support

Data collection

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Roy Jr High - Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) SpEd Paraeducator (30129)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5924760

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: SEL Special Education Paraprofessional

Calendar/Contract: 180 Days

Salary Schedule: Lane 4(B) of the Educational Support Paraprofessionals Salary Schedule

Hours: 5.75 hours/day | 28.75 hours/week

Benefits: Eligible for retirement benefits through the Utah Retirement Systems, as well as partial leave benefits

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Application Note: EMERGENCY HIRE This position will remain open until filled after a minimum of five working days (three working days if EMERGENCY HIRE is indicated). Applications will be reviewed prior to scheduling interviews. Current employees should complete the internal candidate application.

This position is funded, in full or in part, through grant allocations or student enrollment-based funding sources. Continued employment (or the position’s hourly workload) is contingent upon the availability of future funding, as determined on yearly basis.

Job Description

This position assists the SEL teacher and/or related service staff in instructional and non-instructional activities for students who have significant behavioral disabilities. This position develops, implements, and monitors intervention for students, develops and implements classroom supports, and models techniques for staff in teaching positive student behavior.

Primary Functions

• Utilize safe and appropriate procedures when managing students with challenging behavior
• Interpret and implement written behavior plans,
• Utilize and model the implementation of positive behavior supports with students
• Observes, collects data, and analyzes existing classroom conditions in order to assist with behavior plan strategies and implementation.
• Collect data regarding student behaviors and recommend appropriate instructional modifications to develop responsible thinking and decision‑making skills in students.
• Collaborates with school team members to provide instruction and support effectively, and without disruption to the environment or other individuals in the environment
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with multiple school teams
• Assists in maintaining students' files/records for the purpose of documenting activities and/or providing reliable information.
• Monitors individual students in classrooms, school and community, etc. for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Must be able to adapt to changing work priorities; displaying tact and courtesy; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; being attentive to detail; and working with detailed information/data.
• Relate to special needs students in a positive and confident manner
• Supports students, including providing instruction, in a variety of settings - special education classroom, general education classroom, one‑on‑one, etc.
• Provides accommodations for students, such as reading tests aloud, scribe, alternate location for assessments, check‑in/check‑out support, etc.
• Supports classroom teacher in collecting data.
• Monitor student behavior and make quick, effective decisions
• Remain calm in crisis situations
• Drives students in district vehicles for the purpose of providing transportation to/from school and other locations
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality
• Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures
• Duties as otherwise assigned by the building administrator or special education for the benefit of students
• Regular attendance at work is critical.

Qualifications and Basic Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, bending, standing, and sitting in student‑size chairs) for extended periods of time
• Must be able to move from sitting on floor to standing position repeatedly
• Safely manage physical or verbally aggressive students.
• Participate with students in physical fitness activities including walking, stretching, and aerobic exercise.
• Remain calm and follow safety procedures in emergency situations.
• Must be able to utilize quick body movements to maintain safety and implement student behavior plans
• Must be able to drive district vehicles to transportation students various school settings as applicable
• Must be willing to participate in and utilize Mandttraining.
• May require working with bio‑hazards (blood borne pathogens, human waste, cleaning/disinfecting materials, etc.)
• Participate in required school and district training (e.g. van certification)

Attendance is an Essential Function of this Position

• Physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position. The role requires in‑person collaboration, direct interaction with team members, other staff, students, and/or guardians, and access to on‑site equipment and resources.

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Experience/Education

• Previous job‑related experience is desired
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Weber School District has the right to revise this position description at any time.

WEBER SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER

Position Type: Part‑Time

Job Categories: Special Education > Life Skills

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Roy Jr High
• Phone: [phone]