Special Education Paraprofessional — Direct Student Support

Rapides Parish School District; Pineville (LA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapides Parish School District in Pineville, LA is hiring a Child Specific Paraprofessional (PK-6). The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to assist with lifting, bathroom needs, and basic medical tasks for assigned students.

Eligibility includes an Associate degree, 48 college credits, or passing the Para-Pro Assessment. The job is nine months long and pays on the Paraprofessional Salary Schedule at approximately $18,100 per year, starting immediately.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to meet the needs of the specific child (lifting, bathroom assistance, basic medical tasks).
• Eligibility options include an Associate degree, 48 college credits, or Para-Pro Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lifting to transfer wheelchair-bound students.
• Support bathroom needs and privacy considerations.
• Perform simple medical tasks as required (catheterization, trachea cleaning).
• Assist student during instruction and activities when needed.
• Help with feeding needs and daily attendance from arrival to departure.
• Supervise and aid in transitions such as bus loading/unloading.
• Prioritize the assigned student while aiding others as permitted.

Skills

Lift ability

Patient care

Flexible care

Education

Associate degree

48 college credits

Para-Pro Assessment

Job description

Rapides Parish School District in Pineville, LA is hiring a Child Specific Paraprofessional (PK-6). The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to assist with lifting, bathroom needs, and basic medical tasks for assigned students.

Eligibility includes an Associate degree, 48 college credits, or passing the Para-Pro Assessment. The job is nine months long and pays on the Paraprofessional Salary Schedule at approximately $18,100 per year, starting immediately.