Special Education Para-Educator

Lawson Elementary-105; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawson Elementary in Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking a Special Education Para-Educator to support teachers and students with disabilities. The role involves assisting with lessons, preparing instructional materials, and helping with daily classroom activities at Lawson Elementary School.

The position offers an hourly wage between $15.00 and $27.45, depending on experience and qualifications, with a 181-day contract and a non-exempt, classified status. Applications are due by September 29, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus one of the following: 60 credit hours, an associate’s degree or higher, or passed a paraprofessional assessment test.
• Ability to work with special students in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional activities with students as directed by the teacher/building principal.
• Assist in the preparation of lesson plans, instructional materials, and data collection.
• Perform instructional duties as prescribed and be prepared to implement curriculum content.
• Learn and apply classroom behavior management techniques.
• Assist with daily classroom duties including lunchroom, recess, bus, etc.

Skills

Ability to work with special students

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate’s degree (or higher)

Paraprofessional assessment test

Job description

Pulaski County Special School District Lawson Elementary - Little Rock , Arkansas Open in Google Maps

Special Education Para-Educator

This job is also posted in Pulaski County Special School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5938756

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

LOCATION: Lawson Elementary School

19901 Lawson Road

Little Rock, Arkansas 72210

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma/GED and one of the following:
  • Completed60 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 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 ($15.00/hr. - $27.45/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 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 29, 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

Contact Information

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

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