Special Education Para-Educator

ReNEW Schools; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacksonville North Pulaski School District in Jacksonville, AR, seeks a Special Education Para-Educator to support students with disabilities under the supervision of the building principal and licensed staff.

The role includes assisting with instructional activities, preparing materials, managing behavior, assisting with meals and daily routines, and supporting with clinical tasks as directed by the school nurse, while adhering to district policies.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher required; successful Para Pro Assessment Exam or 60 college credits.

Responsibilities

• Implements instructional activities with students under teacher/principal direction.
• Assists in preparing lesson plans, instructional materials, and data collection.
• Is prepared to perform instructional duties as prescribed.
• Learns curriculum content of classes assisted.
• Implements behavior management techniques as directed.
• Assists with student physical needs (feeding, toileting, dressing, etc.) and may involve heavy lifting.
• Administers medications and other medical supports as prescribed by the nurse.
• Completes daily work schedules as assigned.
• Maintains classroom with teacher assistance.

Education

Associate Degree or higher

Job description

Jacksonville North Pulaski School District

Position Title:Special Education Para-Educator

Department:Building Level

Reports To:Building Principal

Contract:2026-2027 School Year (180 days)

Closing:Until Filled

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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implements instructional activities with students as directed by the teacher/building principal in school and community sites.
• Assists in the preparation of lesson plans, instructional materials, and data collection.
• Assumes responsibility for being prepared to perform instructional duties as prescribed.
• Acquires knowledge of the curriculum content of the classes in which he/she assists.
• Implements behavior management techniques as directed by teacher/building principal.
• Assists 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.
• Administers medications and other medical supports as prescribed and directed by the school nurse.
• Completes daily work schedules as assigned by the teacher/principal.
• Assists the teacher with the maintenance of the classroom.
• Assists with duties such as lunchroom, recess, bus, etc.
• Participates in inservices as directed.
• Knows Board of Education policies, district and school guidelines, regulations and adhere to the same.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE:

Associate Degree or higher, successful Para Pro Assessment Exam or 60 college credits. Education or experience in field related to working with special needs students.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Successful completion of pre-employment background checks. Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times around students, other staff members and the general public.

The Jacksonville North Pulaski School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of the Jacksonville North Pulaski School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.