Special Needs Paraeducator: Support & Growth Champion

Jefferson Parish Schools; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish Schools is seeking a Special Needs Paraeducator to assist in delivering special education services under the supervision of a licensed teacher.

Responsibilities include working with individuals or small groups, performing non-instructional tasks, and providing health maintenance assistance with proper training. The role requires attention to safety, adherence to policies, and active participation in staff meetings.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to express ideas clearly in writing and speech.
• Must be able to describe student behaviors and use behavioral data sheets.
• Requires high school diploma and/or equivalent or an Associate degree; ParaPro Praxis acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivery of special education services under supervision.
• Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce skills.
• Provide health maintenance assistance for medically fragile students as trained.
• Help with non-instructional tasks and classroom organization.
• Attend meetings and follow school/district policies.

Skills

Express ideas clearly

Describe student behaviors

Written English

Behavioral data sheets

Education

Associate degree or 48 college hours or ParaPro Praxis

18+ years old

Tools

A-V equipment

Job description

Jefferson Parish Schools is seeking a Special Needs Paraeducator to assist in delivering special education services under the supervision of a licensed teacher.

Responsibilities include working with individuals or small groups, performing non-instructional tasks, and providing health maintenance assistance with proper training. The role requires attention to safety, adherence to policies, and active participation in staff meetings.