Special Education Paraeducator

District Wide; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

West Baton Rouge Parish School System District Wide in Port Allen, Louisiana is seeking a Paraprofessional to support Head Start, Title I, Regular Education and Special Education classrooms under teacher supervision.

The role involves assisting with instruction, managing student needs, confidentiality, and participation in meetings including IEPs. Some duties may include health-related tasks and supervision, with 9-month terms and a $25,275 annual salary.

Qualifications

• Passed the ETS Para-Pro Assessment with a passing score of 450.
• Completed two years of full-time study (48 semester credits) with 9 hours ELA and 9 hours Math.
• Earned an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Applied Science degree including 9 hours ELA and 9 hours Math.

Responsibilities

• Assists in meeting instructional needs under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Interacts appropriately with students and creates an environment conducive to learning.
• Helps students with personal possessions.
• Assists in maintaining discipline according to school regulations and the assigned teacher.
• Assists with handling of specialized equipment, software, and assistive devices as directed.
• Attends faculty meetings, parent conferences/IEP meetings when requested.
• Keeps classroom materials organized and maintains confidentiality.
• Accompanies students to other classes and activities.
• Assists with feeding, diapering, toileting, and health-related duties as required for Head Start students and students with disabilities.
• Makes wheelchair/equipment adjustments as needed.
• Lifts and moves students as necessary.
• Assists with medical needs after proper training.
• Participates in educational program implementation and professional development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

ETS Para-Pro Assessment

Two-year college coursework (48 credits) with 9 credits in ELA & 9 in Math

Associate degree (AA/AS/AAS) including 9 ELA & 9 Math

Job description

Job Description

Paraprofessional (Head Start, Title I, Regular Education, and Special Education)

Reports To: School Principal

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: Per WBR Salary Schedule

Terms of Employment: 9 Months

GENERAL OVERVIEW

The paraprofessional working in Head Start, Title I, Regular Education or Special Education classrooms shall work directly with
students under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher to assist with the effective management/instruction of the
class/classes to which he or she is assigned.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in meeting the instructional needs of the students under the direction of the classroom teacher
• Interacts appropriately with students, and assists in creating an environment conducive to learning
• Helps students with personal possessions
• Assists in maintaining discipline standards according to the regulations of the school system and the assigned teacher
• Assists with handling of specialized equipment, computer, software, assistive language devices, etc. as directed by the classroom teacher
• Attends faculty meetings, parent conferences/meetings, and IEP meetings when requested
• Assists in maintaining classroom equipment and assists in keeping materials of instruction organized and clean
• Maintains student confidentiality
• Accompanies students to other classes, the restroom, recess, etc.
• Assists with feeding, diapering, and toileting, as well as other custodial or health-related duties as required for Head Start students and students with disabilities*
• Makes necessary wheelchair/equipment adjustments and positioning needed throughout the school day*
• Lifts and moves students as necessary*
• Assists in meeting the medical needs of students with disabilities: catheterization, administration of medication, etc. after proper training is provided*
• Becomes knowledgeable of and assists with the implementation of appropriate educational programs/standard
• Participates in grade level/subject areas meetings and /professional development activities
• Other duties as assigned

* Specific to Paraprofessionals assigned to Head Start, Special Education classes or to other Paraprofessionals

who serve in Regular Education or Title I classes that are a part of the Special Education Inclusion program.

PERSONAL TRAITS

Exhibits competency in the following areas:

• Poise and self-confidence
• Enthusiasm and optimism
• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Willingness to implement recommendations
• Acceptable speech and grammar
• Effective communication with students
• Discreet handling of confidential information
• Unbiased attitude regarding race, sex, creed, religion or disability
• Effective communication with colleagues and other adults

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Highly Qualified: Must have accomplished at least one of the following:
• Passed the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Para-Pro Assessment (ETS Para-Pro Assessment #0755) with a passing score of 450; or
• Completed two years of full-time study (48 semester credit hours) from a state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education (as defined by requirements in No Child Left Behind legislation) with 9 hours of ELA and 9 hours of Math coursework;or
• Earned an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Applied Science degree from a state-approved or regionally accredited institution of higher education that includes 9 hours of ELA and 9 hours of Math coursework

• Non-Highly Qualified: (Head Start Only)
• A high school graduate of GED
• At least twenty years of age
• Score at tenth grade level on the California Achievement Test or other test as designated.

Special Education Paraeducator

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This job is also posted in West Baton Rouge Parish

Job Details

Job ID: 4500589

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jun 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $25,275 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Barbara Burke
• 3761 Rosedale Road
• Port Allen, Louisiana 70767
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]