Special Education Paraprofessional: Support in School

Monroe Middle; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Public Schools Monroe Middle in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Paraprofessional - Special Education to support instructional activities and monitor student progress. The role begins immediately and runs through the school calendar with duties to assist teachers and maintain records.

The position requires an associate degree or related credits, confidentiality, physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and the ability to work with diverse students.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in assisting instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics via state or local competency test.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher and support staff with instruction.
• Monitor student progress and collect data for records.
• Observe and record behavior; support behavior modification strategies.
• Assist with arrival/dismissal and supervise students at lunch and recess.
• Support students individually or in small groups to reinforce learning.

Education

Associate's degree or 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours

Proficiency in assisting instruction in reading, writing & mathematics

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Tools

Educational technology software

Job description

Omaha Public Schools Monroe Middle in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Paraprofessional - Special Education to support instructional activities and monitor student progress. The role begins immediately and runs through the school calendar with duties to assist teachers and maintain records.

The position requires an associate degree or related credits, confidentiality, physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and the ability to work with diverse students.