Paraprofessional

Position Type:
Support Staff/Special Education Assistant

Date Posted:
8/25/2026

Location:
Amity Regional Middle School - Bethany Campus

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
09/01/2026
POSITION : Paraprofessional

STARTING DATE : ASAP

DEADLINE TO APPLY: 09/01/2026 Shortened deadline approved by union president.

SALARY/BENEFITS : In accordance with the Paraprofessional Contract

REQUIREMENTS : Associate's Degree or Successful Completion of Parapro Assessment (or willingness to obtain the Parapro Assessment upon hire)

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Sensitive and mature individual
• Demonstrate understanding and ability to work with individuals with disabilities
• Demonstrate a patient and positive attitude
• Confident in ability to handle situations of an emergency or unpredictable nature
• Able to work in a variety of environments
• Work cooperatively and respectfully with all members of the team and community
• Communicate in an effective manner with all members of the team and community

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The requirements of this job will require the Paraprofessional to work alongside the students; therefore the Paraprofessional must be able to physically perform all the same tasks as required of the student which may include but will not be limited to:

• Lifting
• Bending
• Climbing Stairs
• Kneeling
• Walking Distances
• Sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time
• Navigating tight areas

The Amity Board of Education does not knowingly condone discrimination in employment, assignment, program, or services on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or unrelated abilities to perform the duties of the position.