Title 1 Paraeducator

Fargo Public Schools; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-month schedule

Benefits Eligible

On-site position

Job summary

The Fargo Public Schools is seeking a Title Para who provides academic or behavioral interventions under the supervision of a certified teacher. The role commonly serves individuals or small groups needing tier II or III supports.

Minimum education includes a high school diploma or GED, with preferred associates degree in education or related fields; basic computer skills and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to communicate with students, colleagues, and parents/guardians orally and in writing.
• Basic academic and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic or behavioral interventions to support students under the direction of a certified teacher or other licensed employee.
• Deliver direct services to students individually or in small groups as part of tier II or III interventions.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Student interaction

IEP familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree in Education or related field

Job description

Job TypeFull timeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleSchedule9-months Monday through FridaySalary RangeFrom $18.24 to $22.70 per hour

This position is contingent on the availability of specific Title I funding and may/will be subject to non-renewal following the 2026-2027 school year based on the unavailability or uncertainty of Title I funding.

Positions supported by Title I funds and require additional levels of education or certification. If hired for a Title I position, Title I Paraprofessional Certification will be required prior to hire or work with students.

All building principals have access to this job posting and will call selected candidates for interviews. Additional education and/or experience may be required for specific aide positions.

What You Do:

A Title Para provides academic or behavioral interventions to support and deliver direct services to students under the direction of a certified teacher or other licensed employee. This classification is generally assigned to work with individuals or small groups of students needing tier II or III interventions.

What You Need

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to communicate with students, colleagues, and parents/guardians orally and in writing
• Basic academic and computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering in a school setting
• Experience working with individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Associates degree in Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a similar field
• Experience working as direct support professional, personal care aid, CNA, or similar position

Fargo Public Schools does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.

The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on a student's, parent's, guardian's, or employee's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or any other status protected by law.

Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or Section 504 is directed to contact Dr. Patricia Cummings, Director of Compliance, who has been designated by the District to coordinate efforts to comply with the regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The office address and telephone number of Dr. Cummings are as follows: 700 7th Street S., Fargo, North Dakota 58103, [phone].

If any person believes that the District or District staff have inadequately applied the regulations of (1) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, (2) Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, (3) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, or (4) the Americans with Disabilities Act, they may bring forward a grievance to the District's Section Director of Compliance who serves as the 504 Coordinator. The District's grievance procedures are established to provide a prompt and equitable resolution of a complaint. However, it should be understood that a complaint can be made to the Office for Civil Rights without going through the District's grievance procedures:

U.S. Department of Education

Office for Civil Rights

Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg

400 Maryland Avenue, SW

Washington, DC 20202-1100