Special Education Para-Professional (Tier 2) Classroom Support

Poteau Upper Elementary; Poteau (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Poteau Independent School District 29 Poteau Upper Elementary in Poteau, Oklahoma is seeking a Special Education Tier 2 Paraprofessional to support classroom instruction and learning for students with special needs. A ParaPro test or an associate degree is required, with CPR/First Aid and universal precautions training completed or arranged.

The role emphasizes excellent communication, attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm with elementary-age students.

Qualifications

• Must have passed ParaPro test or an associate degree.
• Complete the Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Training or other LEA training.
• CPR and First Aid training required or arranged.
• Annual 6 hours of professional development and Universal Precautions training each school year thereafter.

Skills

Communication

Classroom instruction support

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Knowledge of subjects

Education

Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Training

ParaPro test or associate degree

CPR and First Aid training

Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens

Job description

Poteau Independent School District 29 Poteau Upper Elementary in Poteau, Oklahoma is seeking a Special Education Tier 2 Paraprofessional to support classroom instruction and learning for students with special needs. A ParaPro test or an associate degree is required, with CPR/First Aid and universal precautions training completed or arranged.

The role emphasizes excellent communication, attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm with elementary-age students.