Special Education Paraprofessional 2026-27 AE

LAKELAND JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT #272; Athol (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERSI retirement

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Sick leave

Job summary

Lakeland Joint School District #272 is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for Athol Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. The role runs 6.5 hours per day, 5 days per week during the school year, with a pay range of $16.62 to $18.82 per hour, DOE.

Benefits include a full package (PERSI retirement, medical, dental, and sick leave). Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and one of: AA/AS degree, two years of college coursework, or passing Idaho Paraprofessional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree (AA/AS) or two years of college coursework or passing Idaho Paraprofessional Assessment or Praxis.
• Experience working with school-age children.
• Ability to work effectively under the direction of the principal and/or classroom teacher.

Skills

Experience with school-age children

Ability to work under direction of the

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree (AA/AS)

Two years of college coursework

Passing Idaho Paraprofessional Assessment or Praxis

Job description

20262027 School Year

Lakeland Joint School District is seeking applications for a

• Schedule: 6.5 hours per day, 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

Special Education Paraprofessional

Athol Elementary School

20262027 School Year

Lakeland Joint School District is seeking applications for a Special Education Paraprofessional at Athol Elementary School for the 20262027 school year.

• Schedule: 6.5 hours per day, 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.