Special Education Paraprofessional (2026 - 2027 School Year)

Cabot Public Schools; Cabot (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cabot Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist teachers in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students. Successful candidates will support classroom management, prepare instructional materials, and assist with record-keeping. Candidates must have 60 college hours or pass the Paraprofessional Exam. The role is contracted for 180 days and offers salary as per the Classified Paraprofessional Salary Schedule.

Qualifications

• Must have 60 college hours or have passed the Paraprofessional Exam.
• Successful completion of all background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist and guide students in learning.
• Work individually and in groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist in classroom preparations and record-keeping.
• Ensure a safe and orderly classroom.

Skills

Ability to carry out instructions

Ability to work with a diverse group

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to organize and coordinate work

Education

60 college hours or Paraprofessional Exam

Job description

Position Summary

To assist the teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom environment. They will also assist in the preparation of instructional materials and the implementation of lesson plans. The paraprofessional will provide routine support, and all duties are performed under the direct supervision of the teacher.

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

• Assist and guide students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs
• Assist professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments
• Assist in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs
• Assist with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance
• Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions
• Ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task
• Assist students in non‑instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non‑instructional areas
• Accompany students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision
• Construct, copy and distribute and use educational materials as needed
• Assist teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education
• Assist students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement if IEP objectives, etc.
• Participate in IEP process and serve as resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed
• Assist students with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities
• Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students
• Adhere to all policies of the District
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the building administrator and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent

In CBI Settings, Other Responsibilities May Include

• Lifting and positioning of student
• Changing clothes/diapers
• Catheterization
• Tube feedings
• Oral feeding and food preparation
• Oral suctioning
• Tracheostomy care
• Brushing of teeth
• Monitoring and documenting seizures
• Monthly cycle care

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals
• Ability to process paperwork accurately according to standardized procedures
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others
• Ability to organize and coordinate work
• Ability to travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as needed
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Qualifications

• Must have 60 college hours – OR – have successfully passed the Paraprofessional Exam
• Successful completion of all background checks

Contract: 180 days

Salary: Classified Paraprofessional Salary Schedule