Special Education Paraprofessional 2025-26 JBE

LAKELAND JOINT SCHOOL DISRICT #272; Rathdrum (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

PERSI retirement

Medical

Dental

Sick leave

Job summary

Lakeland Joint School District #272 is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for John Brown Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year.

The schedule is 6.5 hours per day in the paraprofessional role and 0.5 hour per day as a crossing guard, five days per week during the school year, with pay range $16.62–$18.82 per hour and a full benefits package including PERSI retirement, medical, dental, and sick leave.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• AA/AS or two years of college coursework acceptable.
• Passing score on Idaho Paraprofessional Assessment or Praxis required.
• Experience with school-age children is preferred.

Skills

Experience with school-age children

Follow supervisor guidance

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA/AS (associate degree)

Two years of college coursework

Passing Idaho Paraprofessional Assessment or Praxis

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional 2025-26 JBE JobID: 2480

Special Education Paraprofessional
John Brown Elementary School
2026–2027 School Year

Lakeland Joint School District is seeking applications for a Special EducationParaprofessional at John Brown ElementarySchool for the 2026–2027 school year.

• Schedule: 6.5 hours per day in the paraprofessional position and 0.5 hour per day as a crossing guard, 5 days per week, during the school year
• Pay Range: $16.62–$18.82 per hour, DOE
• Benefits: Full benefits package, including PERSI retirement, medical, dental, and sick leave

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• One of the following:
  • Associate degree (AA/AS)
  • Two years of college coursework
  • Passing score on the Idaho Paraprofessional Assessment or Praxis test
• Experience working with school-age children
• Ability to work effectively under the direction of the principal and/or classroom teacher

Application Requirements:

• District online application
• Resume
• Successful completion of an extensive background check (references, recommendations, and criminal history)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

For questions or requests regarding ADA compliance or hiring practices, please contact the Office of the Superintendent.