PARAEDUCATOR

About This Job

The Office of Juvenile Justice Jetson Center for Youth 15200 Old Scenic Hwy., Baker, LA 70714 is seeking a patient, dependable, and student-focused Paraeducator to support instructional services for youth in a secure-care educational setting. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping students learn, thrives in structured environments, and brings positivity and professionalism into the classroom.

As a Paraeducator, you'll assist teachers with daily lessons, supervise students, help prepare instructional materials, and support classroom management rooted in positive reinforcement. You'll maintain confidentiality, model appropriate behavior, complete clerical tasks, and contribute to a clean, organized learning environment. Your presence will help create a supportive atmosphere where youth can build confidence, strengthen academic skills, and stay engaged in their education.

If you're committed to fairness, integrity, and helping students succeed, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of youth.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Job Specification

The Paraeducator supports classroom instruction for youth in a secure-care educational setting by assisting teachers with daily lessons, supervising students, and helping maintain an organized, positive learning environment. The position performs clerical and instructional support tasks, models appropriate behavior, and adheres to school and agency policies. The Paraeducator contributes to student engagement, reinforces curriculum concepts, and ensures a safe, respectful classroom atmosphere.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

• Supports classroom instruction — assists teachers with daily lessons, classroom supervision, learning-environment setup, and positive-reinforcement classroom management.

• Provides academic and clerical assistance — helps with filing, grading, copying, equipment operation, and accurate completion of required paperwork.

• Maintains professionalism & confidentiality — protects student records, follows communication protocols, and adheres to school, facility, and agency policies.

• Models positive behavior — demonstrates appropriate grooming, conduct, fairness, respect, and constructive communication for youth in secure care.

• Supports classroom management — supervises students when the teacher is out, assists with supervision during instruction, and helps maintain a clean, safe learning environment.

• Engages in professional development — participates in training sessions and workshops to strengthen instructional skills and support student learning.

• Demonstrates reliability and integrity — arrives punctually, communicates absences promptly, and refrains from inappropriate language, criticism, or behavior.

Position-Specific Details:

Work Location: This vacancy is located at Jetson City Center for Youth in Baker, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Full time

Compensation: $16.43 hourly

Work Schedule: The incumbent will work 7.5 hours per workday.

The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c)