Special Education Para-Educator

Pine Forest Elementary-142; Maumelle (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Pine Forest Elementary School in Maumelle, Arkansas is seeking a Special Education Para-Educator to support students with disabilities. Starting immediately, the role involves assisting teachers, preparing instructional materials, and helping with classroom routines at Pine Forest Elementary School.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and either two years of college or an associate degree (or paraprofessional testing).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of college or an associate degree or paraprofessional testing is required.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional activities under teacher or principal guidance.
• Assist in preparing lesson plans, materials, and data collection.
• Be prepared to perform instructional duties as prescribed.
• Learn curriculum content for classes served.
• Apply behavior management strategies as directed.
• Assist with student personal care needs as required.
• Administer medications and medical supports as directed by the nurse.
• Maintain daily schedules and classroom organization.
• Support lunchroom, recess, bus and other duties.
• Participate in inservices, staffing and faculty meetings.
• Adhere to policies and district guidelines.

Skills

Ability to work with special students

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate degree or two years of higher education or paraprofessional test

Job description

Pulaski County Special School District Pine Forest Elementary - Maumelle, Arkansas Open in Google Maps

Special Education Para-Educator

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Job Details

Job ID: 5917884

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

LOCATION: Pine Forest Elementary School

400 Pine Forest Drive

Maumelle, Arkansas 72113

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED
• Completed two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education or obtained an associate’s degree (or higher) degree or 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 hrs./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

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 12, 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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• Email: [e-mail]