Secondary Paraprofessional

Idaho School Boards Association; Rigby (ID); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A public education organization is seeking a Secondary Paraprofessional in Rigby to assist teachers in providing educational support and social skills development for students. The candidate will work closely with small groups and individual students, maintaining records and tracking progress. This part-time role requires at least two years of college or the ability to pass a specific exam to be considered highly qualified. Strong communication skills and a good understanding of teaching math and reading are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass the ETS Para Pro Exam to become highly qualified.
• Demonstrated aptitude for working with students.
• Previous experience preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Work with teachers to determine the educational needs of each student.
• Assist students in all subject areas.
• Maintain student files and track progress.

Skills

Knowledge of teaching math and reading

Ability to administer tests

Good communication skills

Computer knowledge

Ability to work with students

Ability to maintain records

Education

Minimum of two years of college or 32 college credits

Job description

Job Title

Secondary Paraprofessional

Details

Date Posted: 1/5/2026
Location: Rigby High School
Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
District: Jefferson School District 251

Position Type

Support Staff (non-certified)/ Paraprofessional

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of college or 32 college credits or ability to pass the ETS Para Pro Exam to become highly qualified.
• Knowledge and skill in the teaching and use of math and reading including the ability to pronounce vowels, consonants, phrases, and words in a phonetically correct manner.
• Ability to administer standardized and other diagnostic tests.
• Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed.
• Ability to work with staff, students, and the public.
• Computer knowledge and experience with word processing, e‑mail, spreadsheets, etc.
• Good Communication Skills
• Previous experience preferred, but not mandatory.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Reports To

Building Administrator

Job Goals

To provide the necessary leadership, educational activities, and social skills for each assigned child so that she/he will become more proficient in English.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with teachers to determine the educational needs of each student.
• Works with small groups of students and with individual students in all subject areas.
• Maintains student files as requested and required by the needs of federal, state and local guidelines to track student progress.
• Assists the teacher in gathering a variety of data that is needed for reporting to state and/or federal agencies.
• Attends in‑service classes, building meetings, monthly program meetings and district meetings as requested.
• Prepares tutoring area for instructional activities and constructs learning materials.
• Ability to operate office equipment (copy machines, computers, scanners, etc.).
• Communicates with parents and families as directed.
• Maintains accurate records to assist in compiling data for a variety of reports required by state and federal agencies.
• Maintains high standards of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Has regular and predictable attendance.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment

This is a part-time position.
This position shall be considered in all respects “employment at will”. The “employment period” and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.

Evaluation

Performance of this position will be evaluated by the Building Administrator.