Special Education Paraprofessional — Impact & Growth

Salem School District; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem School District Barron Elementary School is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students in classroom and inclusionary settings under the supervision of teachers. The role involves assisting with instructional activities and managing various student needs.

Applicants should be a high school graduate with experience working with children; CPI certification may be required; lifting up to 30 pounds; the position is 6.5 hours per day, 183 days per year, starting August 28, 2026, with

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• Preferably college experience.
• Experience working with children.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Work with students individually, in small groups, or in large groups as necessary and as prescribed by the immediate supervisor.
• Classroom and Support Assistants: Usually work with students in the general school population.
• Special Education Assistants: Usually work with students with identified special needs, or who require additional educational assistance as defined in an individual education plan (IEP). Assistants provide support in the appropriate educational setting.
• Demonstrate a continuous sensitivity to the needs of children to whom they are assigned.
• Carry out instructional or developmental activities suggested by the teacher, specialist, or others designated by the building administrator.
• Maintain competency and skills through a variety of available offerings.
• Educational Assistants may be responsible for personal care needs of student(s)
• Educational Assistants may be expected to obtain and maintain CPI (Non Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Experience working with children

Must be able to lift 30 pounds

Education

High school graduate

Preferably college experience

Job description

Salem School District Barron Elementary School is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students in classroom and inclusionary settings under the supervision of teachers. The role involves assisting with instructional activities and managing various student needs.

Applicants should be a high school graduate with experience working with children; CPI certification may be required; lifting up to 30 pounds; the position is 6.5 hours per day, 183 days per year, starting August 28, 2026, with