Special Education Tier 2 Para-Professional

Poteau Upper Elementary; Poteau (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Poteau Independent School District 29 Poteau Upper Elementary in Poteau, Oklahoma is seeking a Special Education Tier 2 Paraprofessional to support classroom instruction and learning for students with special needs. A ParaPro test or an associate degree is required, with CPR/First Aid and universal precautions training completed or arranged.

The role emphasizes excellent communication, attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm with elementary-age students.

Qualifications

• Must have passed ParaPro test or an associate degree.
• Complete the Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Training or other LEA training.
• CPR and First Aid training required or arranged.
• Annual 6 hours of professional development and Universal Precautions training each school year thereafter.

Skills

Communication

Classroom instruction support

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Knowledge of subjects

Education

Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Training

ParaPro test or associate degree

CPR and First Aid training

Universal Precautions/Bloodborne Pathogens

Job description

Poteau Independent School District 29 Poteau Upper Elementary - Poteau, Oklahoma Open in Google Maps

Special Education Tier 2 Para-Professional

Poteau Independent School District 29 Poteau Upper Elementary - Poteau, Oklahoma Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Poteau Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5928330

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Special Education Tier 2 Para-Professional must have passed ParaPro test or an associate degree.

Paraprofessional Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to assist in classroominstruction and learning
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to work closely with children
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm and patient at all times
• Knowledge of classroom subjects

Education requirements once employed

• Complete the Oklahoma Special Education Paraprofessional Training (CareerTechnology Centers) or other State- approved Local Education Agency (LEA) training
• Complete and maintain training and skills in Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid
• Complete training in Universal Precaution/Bloodborne Pathogens Training
• Complete an additional 6 hours of professional development and Universal Precaution/Bloodborne Pathogens each school year thereafter

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kelly Watson , Superintendent's Secretary
• 3003 N Broadway St
• Poteau, Oklahoma 74953
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]