Special Education Para

Pulaski-County-Special-School-District; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulaski County Special School District – Cato Elementary in North Little Rock, AR is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support teachers and students with disabilities. The role requires assisting with instruction, behavior support, and daily classroom activities.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with one of the following: 60 college credits, an associate degree, or passing a paraprofessional assessment.

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)
• Passed a paraprofessional academic assessment test
• Ability to work with special needs students

Responsibilities

• Provide one on one instruction or group instruction under the supervision of a certified teacher
• 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 student. Some heavy lifting of the student 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 the lunchroom, recess, buses for the student(s)
• Be aware of Board of Education policies, district and school guidelines, and regulations and adhere to the same
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Special needs support

Education

High School diploma/GED

60 credit hours

Associate degree

Paraprofessional test

Job description

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Special Education Para

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Job Details

Job ID: 5928287

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

LOCATION: Cato ElementarySchool

9906 Jacksonville Cato Road

North Little Rock, AR 72120

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma/GED and one of the following:
• Completed60 credit hoursat an institution of higher education
• Obtained an associate’s degree (or higher)
• Passed a paraprofessional academic assessment test
• Ability to work with special needs 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 a student or students with disabilities.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide one on one instruction or group instruction under the supervision of a certified teacher.
• 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 student. Some heavy lifting of the student 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 the lunchroom, recess, buses for the student(s).
• Be aware of Board of Education policies, district and school guidelines, and regulations and adhere to the same.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary Range: Range9 - Support Staff Hourly Salary Schedule ($15.00/hr. - $27.45/hr. depending on relevant experience)

Length of Contract: 178 contract days (In the event the student(s) is/are absent or moves from the district, reassignment of duties will occur. Reassignment may be in the building/location or in another building/location where services are needed.) 7 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 DEADLINE: September 20, 2026 (or until filled - emergency posting)

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

Contact Information

• KATRINA WILSON , PERSONNEL SPECIALIST II
• 960 E DIXON ROAD
• LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas 72206
• Phone: [phone]
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