Special Education Para

Young World Physical Education; Sherwood (AR); On-site; USD 20,664 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

178 contract days

Hourly pay: $15–$27.45

Job summary

Pulaski County Special School District's Sylvan Hills Elementary in Sherwood, AR is seeking a Special Education Para. Located at 402 Dee Jay Hudson Drive, the role supports teachers in implementing instructional programs for students with disabilities.

The position is full-time and 178 contract days, with hourly pay between $15.00 and $27.45. Reports to the Building Principal and requires caring, reliable service to the student community.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities.
• Successful completion of paraprofessional assessment or higher education.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small group instruction under supervision.
• Implement behavior management as directed by teacher and principal.
• Assist with physical needs including feeding, toileting, and mobility.
• Administer medications as directed by the school nurse.
• Maintain classrooms and assist with lunchroom, recess and bus duties.
• Adhere to Board policies and school guidelines.

Skills

Work with special needs

Education

60 credit hours

Associate’s degree (or higher)

Paraprofessional assessment

Job description

Pulaski County Special School District Sylvan Hills Elementary - Sherwood , Arkansas Open in Google Maps

Special Education Para

Pulaski County Special School District Sylvan Hills Elementary - Sherwood , Arkansas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5847250

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 6, 2026

Job Description

LOCATION: Sylvan Hills Elementary

402 Dee Jay Hudson Drive

Sherwood, 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: July 27, 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

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Angela Nichols


• 925 East Dixon Road


• Little Rock, Arkansas 72206


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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