Special Education Paraeducator (Auke Bay Elementary School)

Juneau School District; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Juneau School District is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator for Auke Bay Elementary School. The role supports students in special education, assisting with reading, writing, math, computers and vocational activities, and may work individually or in small groups. Responsibilities include presenting material, recording grades and progress, and maintaining confidentiality.

Must have high school diploma; AA degree or 48 credits or WorkKeys may be required. Position is 0.9333 FTE for one year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or equivalent.
• AA degree or 48 semester hours or WorkKeys exam eligibility.
• CPR/First Aid and behavior management training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in special education, presenting material and activities to build skills.
• Work with individuals or small groups and record progress.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate with staff and parents.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Instructional assistance

Behavior management

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

AA degree or 48 semester hours

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Special Education Paraeducator (Auke Bay Elementary School) JobID: 10152

• Date Posted:
  11/3/2026
• Location:
  Auke Bay Elementary
• Date Available:
  ASAP
• Closing Date:
  11/08/2026

Location:Districtwide (Auke Bay Elementary School)
Full-TimePosition:(.9333 FTE)

***ONE YEAR ONLY***

Position Summary

Works primarily with students who are in special education. Presents material and activities to improve skills in assigned areas, which may include reading, writing, math, computers and/or vocational education. Works individually or in small groups. Records grades and other measures of students' progress and behavior.

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. A typical way to obtain these would be:

• High School Diploma
• Some prior experience working with school age children preferred
• CPR, first aid and district approved behavior management techniques may be required. (includes have a general understanding of behavior modification techniques; demonstrates the ability to remain calm and follow through with a plan in stressful situations; manage and deescalate angry and aggressive students; and, handle a variety of behaviors, including crisis situations).
• Must have either an AA degree, or 48 semester hours, or be willing to take and pass the WorkKeys Exam (support available).

Knowledge of

• Files and record keeping.
• Personal computers and related software.
• School age children's behavior.
• Behavior modification(includes emotionally disturbed but with a shift differential)

Ability to

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Provide instructional assistance in assigned areas.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. (Communicate and coordinate effectively with students, staff, supervisors and parents.)
• Operate a personal computer and related software.
• Maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents. (Have an understanding of cultural, family and disability issues; and be able to adapt techniques as needed.

Compensation

This is a permanent full-time 9 month position, working 35 hours per week, with a starting salary of $26.37 per hour plusdifferential. We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plan, and paid time off. This position is represented by the Juneau Education Support Staff (JESS) bargaining agreement.

Selected hire will be fingerprinted at applicant's expense and fingerprints forwarded to the Alaska State Troopers and the FBI for a records check.