SPED Paraprofessional

PEARL WATSON ELEMENTARY; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

PEARL WATSON ELEMENTARY in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a SPED Paraprofessional to support teachers and students in a special education setting. The role emphasizes assisting instruction, behavior support, and collaboration with the school team to promote student progress.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and meet one of the listed educational options (ParaPro, Associate’s degree, or two years of college credit). A background check will follow employment consideration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Passing score on the ParaPro exam, OR an Associate’s degree, OR two years of full-time college credit.
• Must establish positive working relationships with school stakeholders and the public.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Student support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro exam

Associate’s degree

Two years of college credit

Job description

SPED Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5929311

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

High school diploma or equivalent is required. In addition, applicants must have one of the following:

• Passing score on the ParaPro exam, OR
• Associate’s degree, OR
• Two years of full time college credit.

Must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with school stakeholders, state and federal agencies and the general public.

The background check will be done upon employment recommendation. You are not required to be fingerprinted to apply.

DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Position Type: Full-Time