SPED Paraprofessional II - Part-Time IEP Support

BACKMAN ELEMENTARY; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Backman Elementary in Salt Lake City, Utah is hiring a Paraprofessional II (SPED) - Part-Time. The role supports SPED students in resource classrooms, assists with IEP goals, and helps create a welcoming learning environment.

Starting wage is $19.00 per hour, up to 29.5 hours per week, with a non-contracted, hourly schedule. Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma and meet one of several credential paths (college credits, associate degree, or Parapro/ParaPathways assessments).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Two years of college with at least 48 semester hours, or an associate degree, or a qualifying Parapro/PRAXIS score.
• CPR & First Aid certification within 2 months of hire.
• Complete Safety Care Training.
• Annual Health Services Training.
• Strong English communication and literacy.
• Ability to perform basic math (fractions, percentages, ratios).
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist and supervise students under teacher direction per IEP needs.
• Work with students with mild to moderate behavioral and health care needs; lift up to 30 pounds.
• Provide small group instruction and implement classroom interventions.
• Administer assessments and help evaluate student progress toward objectives.
• Collect and monitor student data related to IEPs and EIP.
• Maintain supervision in various settings and ensure safety and order.

Education

High school diploma

Two years of college (48 sem hours)

Associate degree

Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS score 460+

ParaPathways Assessment (Reading 332 / Math 334)

Job description

Backman Elementary in Salt Lake City, Utah is hiring a Paraprofessional II (SPED) - Part-Time. The role supports SPED students in resource classrooms, assists with IEP goals, and helps create a welcoming learning environment.

Starting wage is $19.00 per hour, up to 29.5 hours per week, with a non-contracted, hourly schedule. Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma and meet one of several credential paths (college credits, associate degree, or Parapro/ParaPathways assessments).