SUBSTITUTE - Special Education Paraeducator

Orono Public Schools; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 25,485; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is seeking a Substitute Special Education Paraeducator. In this role, you will provide supervision to students in various educational settings, support their academic and emotional needs, and collaborate with paraprofessionals. The position is on an as-needed basis for six and a half hours a day. Candidates must be compassionate and flexible, with the ability to manage physical demands of the role. Compensation is $18.50 per hour with no insurance provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to meet physical requirements including lifting, bending, and twisting.
• Compassion for students with developmental disabilities is essential.
• Flexibility and cooperative nature are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision to students in special education and regular classroom settings.
• Support student academic needs and social, emotional, and self-care needs.
• Collaborate with other paraprofessionals for students' benefit.

Job description

SUBSTITUTE - Special Education Paraeducator JobID: 951

• Position Type: Substitutes
• Date Posted: 9/2/2025
• Date Available: 2025/2026 School Year
• Closing Date: Ongoing

SUBSTITUTE - Special Education Paraeducator

Job Summary

• Provide supervision to students in a variety of special education and regular classroom settings.
• Support student academic needs, as well as social, emotional, and self-care needs in a variety of settings as assigned.
• Collaborate with other paraprofessionals for the benefit of all students.

Qualifications

• This is asix and a half(6.5) hour per day position - on an as-needed basis.
• Paraprofessionals must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job, which entailslifting, bending, andtwistingin various settings.
• Be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to handle situations with a calm demeanor.
• A high level of compassion for students with developmental disabilities is essential.
• Flexibility and a cooperative nature are required.

Bargaining Group and Level

NA

COMPENSATION

$18.50/hour

INSURANCE

Insurance not provided.

RETIREMENT/PENSION

Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)

Postings current as of 2/19/2026 11:46:08 PM CST.