Special Education Paraprofessional - SDC

Wayzata Public Schools ISD 284; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Employee assistance program

403b employer match

Job summary

Wayzata Public Schools ISD 284 seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students in various settings, including general and special education classrooms. The role emphasizes assisting with academic adaptations, self-care, and social/behavioral needs, with focus on students presenting emotional and behavioral challenges.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma and Highly Qualified Status, with preference for 2 years of post-secondary training; ability to lift up to 50

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Highly Qualified Status required.
• Preference for 2 year post-secondary training.
• Must be flexible and willing to work in a variety of settings with a variety of students and staff.
• May need to lift, pull and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be willing to assist in eating and toileting needs of students.
• Must maintain data privacy and confidentiality for all students.
• Computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education Licensed Staff with academic adaptations, self-care and social/behavioral needs for students.
• Support may be provided in general education, special education or community settings.
• Apply positive behavior support strategies and trauma-informed practices to promote student growth.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma

2 year post-secondary training

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional - SDC JobID: 11849

Date Posted: 10/30/2026

Location: Kimberly Lane Elementary School

Hours: 6.5 @ KLSDC (Specially Designed Classroom)
Class III
Starting rate of pay: $24.83per hour
For more informationplease review the Administrative Professional and Paraprofessional Contract

Position Description

Assist Special Education Licensed Staff with academic adaptations, self-care and social/behavioral needs for students in special education. This support may be provided in thegeneral education classroom, special education classroom or community.
Special attention will be given to candidates with experience working with students who present emotional and behavioral challenges. Ideal applicants will have experience with positive behavior support strategies, utilizing trauma-informed practices to reinforce a structured, supportive environment that promotes student growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.Highly Qualified Status Required. Preference for 2 year post-secondary training.
• Must be flexible and willing to work in a variety of settings with a variety of students and staff.
• May need to lift, pull and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be willing to assist in the eating andtoileting needs of students.
• Must maintain data privacy and confidentialityfor all students.
• Computer skills preferred.

Benefits

• Medical,dental, life insurance, long term disability, employee assistance program, and 403b (tax sheltered annuity) employer match program.