Special Education Paraprofessional

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Paraprofessional

Date Posted:
6/17/2026

Location:
Lakeland Jr/Sr High School
POSITION: Special Needs Paraprofessional


REPORTS TO: Special Education Director and classroom teacher

HOURS OF WORK: Between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. as determined by need

POSITION SUMMARY:

The role of the paraprofessional is to provide additional support in the Special Education classroom and for identified students in the general education classroom. The paraprofessional's goal is to assist in providing a well-organized, smooth functioning classroom environment in which all children can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist the teacher of record with instruction and supervision of children in the classroom activities, both in the special education room and in the general education classroom as needed.
2. Work with individual children or small groups of children to reinforce new skills initially introduced by the teacher.
3. Assist the teacher in devising and implementing special strategies for reinforcing skills based on the special needs and abilities of each child.
4. Assist the teacher in preparing materials and activities that support lesson plans.
5. Assist the teacher in administering and scoring appropriate screenings and assessments.
6. Assist with daily activities such as classroom transition times, mealtimes, and recess.
7. Model positive behavior.
8. Assist with field trips and special activities.
9. Monitor children to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
10. Participate in staff in-service when directed by building administrator.
11. Help to maintain a clean and organized learning environment.
12. Willing to provide minor medical support (such as diabetic testing and monitoring) as needed.
13. Performs all other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED and Current Indiana Paraprofessional Certificate.

CONTINUING EDUCATION: Must be willing to submit to continuing training as required by the State, school or the local Special Education Cooperative to maintain the position.

EXPERIENCE: Related job field work experience with demonstrated ability to work without constant supervision and an interest in educating children.

REQUIRED PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to sit, stand, walk, ascend/descend stairs, use hands to finger, handle or feel; talk and hear; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted; Must be able to demonstrate the appropriate CPI holds, or be able to learn the skills.

REQUIRED GENERAL SKILLS: Exceptional written and oral communication skills; ability to process tasks using internal software, internet and generally accepted office software such as word and excel.

This position is considered a full-time and non-exempt position. Actual work days 180.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, students or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties request by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the Corporation.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must posses the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Primary Location

Lakeland Jr/Sr High School

Salary Range

$14.00 / Per Hour

Shift Type

Full-Time