SPED Paraeducator: Inspire Student Growth in Class

HIGGINS HIGH; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Higgins High in Marrero, Louisiana seeks a Paraprofessional - SPED to support instructional staff and help students with disabilities under teacher supervision.

The role covers instructional and non-instructional duties, including preparing materials, assisting with activities, maintaining safety, and coordinating with the school team; requires Associate Degree or ParaPro, and provides a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• An Associate Degree OR 48 hours of approved college courses OR ParaPro Praxis pass with high school diploma and/or equivalency.
• Eighteen (18) years of age or older; twenty-one (21) years of age or older for employment in high school.
• Must participate in paraeducator training and enroll in sign language course if assigned to hearing impaired class.

Responsibilities

• Works with individual or small groups of students to reinforce skills/ concepts.
• Prepares materials to help meet individual differences such as rewriting reading materials for less able readers.
• Assists with non-instructional tasks such as organizing classroom and taking attendance.
• Follows school regulations and policies; supports teachers during meetings and emergencies.
• Provides assistance for medical and personal needs after proper training.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent working

English proficiency

Education

Associate Degree

48 hours of approved college courses

ParaPro Praxis pass

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Higgins High in Marrero, Louisiana seeks a Paraprofessional - SPED to support instructional staff and help students with disabilities under teacher supervision.

The role covers instructional and non-instructional duties, including preparing materials, assisting with activities, maintaining safety, and coordinating with the school team; requires Associate Degree or ParaPro, and provides a competitive benefits package.