Special Education Para

Maumelle Middle; Maumelle (AR); On-site; USD 20,071 - 36,437; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

An educational institution is looking for a Special Education Para in Maumelle, Arkansas. The role involves aiding teachers and supporting students with disabilities in implementing instructional programs. Candidates must have at least a high school diploma or GED, and possess the ability to work with special students. This full-time position offers a salary range of $14.57/hr to $26.45/hr based on relevant experience, with responsibilities that include assisting with physical needs and implementing behavior management techniques.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to assist students with disabilities.
• Experience with behavior management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional activities as directed.
• Assist preparation of lesson plans and materials.
• Help with physical needs including feeding and dressing.

Skills

Ability to work with special students

Education

High school diploma/GED

Completed 60 credit hours

Associate’s degree or higher

Passed paraprofessional assessment

Job description

Special Education Para

Location: Maumelle Middle School, 1000 Carnahan Drive, Maumelle, Arkansas 72113.

Job ID: 5285723

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 15, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 8, 2025

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma/GED and one of the following:
  • Completed 60 credit hours at an institution of higher education
  • Obtained an associate’s degree (or higher) degree
  • Passed a paraprofessional academic assessment test
• Ability to work with special students

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB GOAL: To aid and support teachers and other certified personnel in implementing the instructional program and related services for students with disabilities.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement instructional activities with students as directed by the teacher/building principal in school and community sites.
• Assist in the preparation of lesson plans, instructional materials, and data collection.
• Assume responsibility for being prepared to perform instructional duties as prescribed.
• Acquire knowledge of the curriculum content of the classes in which he/she assists.
• Implement behavior management techniques as directed by teacher/building principal.
• Assist with the physical needs including (but not limited to) feeding, toileting, dressing, catheterization, physical management, etc. of the students. Some heavy lifting of students is required.
• Administer medications and other medical supports as prescribed and directed by the school nurse.
• Complete daily work schedules as assigned by the teacher/principal.
• Assist the teacher with the maintenance of the classroom.
• Assist with duties such as lunchroom, recess, bus, etc.
• Participate in inservices, staffing and faculty meetings, etc.
• Know Board of Education policies, district and school guidelines, regulations and adhere to the same.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary Range: Range 9 - Support Staff Hourly Salary Schedule ($14.57/hr. - $26.45/hr. depending on relevant experience)

Length of Contract: 181 contract days (In the event the needs of the classroom and/or children change, reassignment of duties will occur. Reassignment may be in the same building or alternate location where services are needed.) 7 1/2 hours per day.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Personnel Status: Classified

Benefits Eligible: Yes

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated according to provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested and qualified applicants should submit an online application at www.pcssd.org. Personnel currently employed by the district who meet the necessary qualifications may apply by submitting an online district application.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 25, 2025 (or until filled)

PCSSD does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, race, color, national origin, or gender in any service, program, or activity (including in admission, access, treatment, employment, or vocational opportunities).

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Angela Nichols
• 925 East Dixon Road
• Little Rock, Arkansas 72206
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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