Student-Focused ParaPro Substitute | Classroom Support

Tripoli Community School District; Tripoli (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Tripoli Community School District seeks dependable Substitute Paraprofessionals to support students and staff when regular paraprofessionals are absent. You will assist with academic, behavioral, social, and daily living needs while maintaining a safe, positive learning environment.

Responsibilities include following classroom plans, supporting individual students and small groups, helping implement IEP goals, and collaborating with teachers and staff to ensure student success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with children or students preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with students individually and in small groups.
• Strong communication, patience, dependability, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional and ethical behavior.
• Ability to follow teacher direction, student plans, and district procedures.
• Ability to safely perform physical duties, including lifting or transferring students when required.

Responsibilities

• Follow teaching strategies and directions provided by the classroom or special education teacher.
• Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce academic, behavioral, and social skills.
• Assist students in implementing goals and strategies outlined in their IEPs.
• Build positive, supportive relationships with assigned students while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Assist with classroom materials, teaching aids, and other instructional activities.
• Assist teachers with assessments, testing, scoring, and recording information as directed.
• Supervise students to ensure safety and compliance with school rules.
• Assist students with physical or daily living needs as outlined in their IEPs.
• Perform simple errands, clerical duties, and other student-related tasks as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and demonstrate professional conduct.
• Participate in required training or in-service activities.
• Communicate and work cooperatively with teachers, special education staff, administrators, and other school personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designated staff.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Dependability

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Tripoli Community School District seeks dependable Substitute Paraprofessionals to support students and staff when regular paraprofessionals are absent. You will assist with academic, behavioral, social, and daily living needs while maintaining a safe, positive learning environment.

Responsibilities include following classroom plans, supporting individual students and small groups, helping implement IEP goals, and collaborating with teachers and staff to ensure student success.