Special Education Paraeducator: Elevate Student Growth

Sunnyvale School District; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnyvale School District is seeking a Special Education Para Educator to support students with special needs at Columbia Middle School. You will assist teachers with instructional activities, adapt materials, and help maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

Applicants should hold a high school diploma (AA degree or 48 college units preferred), be fingerprint cleared, and demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and patience in a fast‑paced school setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of grade level and intervention curriculum, child development principles.
• Basic instructional methods and techniques, such as clarification and scaffolding.
• Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster positive relationships with students, staff, and community.
• Basic computer skills including email and district applications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Special Education team.
• Utilize learning-related educational programs.
• Lead and facilitate small group instruction with minimal supervision.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Communicate professionally and clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Understand and relate to children with special needs.
• Operate a variety of office equipment, such as a computer, copier, two-way radio, or other equipment.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Scaffolding

Safety awareness

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

AA degree or 48 college units

SPED experience preferred

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Sunnyvale School District is seeking a Special Education Para Educator to support students with special needs at Columbia Middle School. You will assist teachers with instructional activities, adapt materials, and help maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

Applicants should hold a high school diploma (AA degree or 48 college units preferred), be fingerprint cleared, and demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and patience in a fast‑paced school setting.