SPED Paraprofessional - Self-Contained (PT) Support

Northwest Middle School; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwest Middle School in Salt Lake City, Utah is hiring a Paraprofessional (SPED) Self-Contained in a part-time, hourly role. You will assist students with academic goals inside the Academic Support Unit (ASU) and support the teacher in classroom activities.

The role requires a high school diploma, ESSA qualification options, CPR/First Aid, Safety Care and Health Services training, and strong English communication. Starting wage is $20/hour with up to 29.5 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet ESSA requirements: two years of college or an associates degree or pass a state assessment (PRAXIS/460).
• CPR & First Aid must be obtained within 2 months of hire.
• Complete Safety Care Training and Annual Health Services Training.
• Strong communication skills in English (reading, writing, grammar).
• Ability to perform basic math and use standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist and supervise students in general education classes under teacher direction.
• Provide 1:1 or small group support to meet IEP goals.
• Collect data on student behaviors and academics for Medicaid funding.
• Help students with daily living tasks as needed and support transportation to/from the bus.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic math

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Paraprofessional Assessment/PRAXIS score 460

CPR & First Aid Certificate

Safety Care Training

Annual Health Services Training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northwest Middle School in Salt Lake City, Utah is hiring a Paraprofessional (SPED) Self-Contained in a part-time, hourly role. You will assist students with academic goals inside the Academic Support Unit (ASU) and support the teacher in classroom activities.

The role requires a high school diploma, ESSA qualification options, CPR/First Aid, Safety Care and Health Services training, and strong English communication. Starting wage is $20/hour with up to 29.5 hours weekly.