Special Education (ED) Paraprofessional

Norfolk Middle School; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Norfolk Public Schools – Norfolk Middle School in Norfolk, Nebraska is seeking a Special Education (ED) Paraprofessional to assist the classroom teacher with instruction and student support in a middle school setting.

The position is part-time for 9 months, starting date to be determined, with a salary of $19.01 per hour. Requirements include a High School Diploma; First aid/CPR certificate is preferred. Reports to building administrator and special education teacher.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• First aid/CPR certificate desired.

Responsibilities

• Consistent and punctual attendance.
• Assist the special education teacher in helping students with behavioral and/or emotional disabilities.
• Read to students and listen to them read.
• Help students with make-up work.
• Assist in individual or group activities and use educational materials.
• Interpret and follow directions from the teacher.
• Reinforce social skills taught by the teacher.
• Monitor and report student needs to the teacher.
• Supervise lunchroom, playground, halls, classrooms and other areas.
• Assist with students' physical and health needs.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Organization

Leadership

Visual and auditory skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Special Education (ED) Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5908911
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

It is the policy of Norfolk Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.

JOB TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION (ED) PARAPROFESSIONAL - Middle School

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma
• First aid/CPR certificate desired

REPORTS TO: Building Administrator; Special Education Teacher

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building Administrator, Special Education Teacher

EVALUATION: Special Education Teacher and Building Administrator

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 9 months; part-time

JOB GOAL: Assist the teacher in providing education and instruction to students

NOTE: This is a generalized job description. Specific duties and responsibilities vary, depending on the assigned school. Applicants should be aware of the specific functions of the position prior to employment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Consistent and punctual attendance
• Assist special education teacher in helping students with behavioral and/or emotional disabilities
• Listens to students read, and reads to students
• Helps students with make-up work
• Assists in individual or group activities, games, flash cards, computers, etc.
• Assists students in interpreting and following directions of teacher
• Reinforce social skills the teacher has taught
• Alerts teacher to needs of students
• Assists teacher in checking progress of individuals
• Supervises lunchroom, playground, halls, classrooms and other assigned activities
• Assists with the physical and health needs of the children
• Inventories books, materials and equipment
• Assists when emergencies arise
• Performs other delegated responsibilities assigned by teacher or administrator

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Intellectual, Sensory)

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Skills in organization, leadership and human relations
• Visual and auditory skills for dealing with students

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $19.01 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Special Education > General Special Education