Special Education Paraprofessional – ERR/PREP Program

NSD131; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nampa School District #131 is seeking a Special Education Para Professional – Extended Resource Room/PREP Program to work under the supervision of the principal and classroom teacher. You will support individualized and small-group instruction, reinforce skills, collect data, and help maintain a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities include assisting in instructional delivery, following IEP modifications, and collaborating with the special education team to meet student needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must meet Para Professional requirements.
• Bachelor's Degree or 32 core academic credits from an accredited university, with passing grade of C or better.
• Pass the Para Pro assessment with a score of 460 or higher.
• Para Professional experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize materials for small group and individual instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Provide tutorial help to students following lessons prescribed by the teacher and reinforce material and skills.
• Provide immediate feedback on student performance.
• Observe students’ work and study habits.
• Assist the classroom teacher in delivering an effective instructional program.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of material and skills introduced by the teacher.
• Assist in identifying pupil needs and supporting instruction appropriate to those needs.
• Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in IEPs.

Skills

Aptitude for adolescents work

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Para Professional requirements

Bachelor's degree or 32 core credits

Para Pro assessment 460+

Para Professional experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Access

Presentation software

Accounting software

Job description

Nampa School District #131 is seeking a Special Education Para Professional – Extended Resource Room/PREP Program to work under the supervision of the principal and classroom teacher. You will support individualized and small-group instruction, reinforce skills, collect data, and help maintain a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities include assisting in instructional delivery, following IEP modifications, and collaborating with the special education team to meet student needs.