Special Education Paraprofessional

Fountain; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulsa Public Schools seeks Paraprofessionals to support students with disabilities, providing physical and emotional assistance to help them access the district’s special education program. Candidates should meet education and certification requirements and be ready for ongoing training.

The district emphasizes equity, collaboration with schools, and ongoing professional development; opportunities for growth exist through salary schedule adjustments based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 48 hours of approved college credit or an associate degree.
• Possess or obtain a Tier II certification through Oklahoma DoE.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with one or a few students with disabilities to provide physical help and emotional support.
• Assist students to gain full benefits from the district’s special education program.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

48 college credits / Associate degree or equivalent

Tier II Certification (OK Dept of Education)

Job description

All Tulsa Public SchoolsParaprofessionalswill be hired via this job posting. If you are screened into our qualified candidate pool, principals from all of our 70+ schools will be able to review your application and, potentially, invite you to learn more about their school.

Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide careerincrement adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditableservice. For more information about the salary for this specific positionplease review theSalary Schedule forthe corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).

About Our District:At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.

Position Summary: To work closely with one or a few students with disabilities on a regular basis to provide them with the physical help and emotional support they need to gain fullbenefits from the district’s special education program.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent
• At least 48 hours of approved college credit, an associate degree from an accredited school or the successful completion of a district approved highly qualified test

Experience

• Previous experience working with individuals with special educational needs preferred

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, Etc.

• Possess or ability to obtain a Tier II certification though Oklahoma Department of Education

Required Training and Certifications

• o One-time payment of $12 to be paid to the state by candidate / employee
• CPR training (renewed annually)
• First Aid Training (renewed every three years)
• Completion of a district approved behavior management, safety, or de-escalationtraining within 120 days of employment
• Special Education Paraprofessional Training (3 days can be completed after hire)
• An additional 6 hours of professional development yearly
• Proficient in or willing to learn Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Adequate physical strength and mobility to implement strategies for de-escalation and emergency intervention
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to frequently lift more than 50 lbs. with assistance