Special Education Paraprofessional: Impactful Classroom Support

Conestoga Elementary; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Public Schools - Conestoga Elementary in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Paraprofessional - Special Education to support classroom teachers and monitor student progress. The position runs August through May when school is in session, starting August 2026.

The role requires assisting with instruction, collecting data, maintaining records, and maintaining confidentiality, with duties including helping with arrival and dismissal, and supporting students with educational technology.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 48 semester hours / 72 quarter hours completed.
• Ability to assist in reading, writing and mathematics instruction.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality regarding students and staff.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, bend, lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce learning with individual students or small groups as directed.
• Observe and record behavior and support behavior modification techniques.
• Develop professional rapport with teachers and staff.
• Assist with arrival and dismissal of students.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in trainings.
• Supervise students during lunch and recess and organize materials.

Skills

Reading/writing/math support

Confidentiality

Physical stamina

Lift 50 pounds

Educational technology

Education

Associate's degree

48 semester hours / 72 quarter hours

Competency test for instruction support

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Omaha Public Schools - Conestoga Elementary in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Paraprofessional - Special Education to support classroom teachers and monitor student progress. The position runs August through May when school is in session, starting August 2026.

The role requires assisting with instruction, collecting data, maintaining records, and maintaining confidentiality, with duties including helping with arrival and dismissal, and supporting students with educational technology.