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Special Education Para

Pulaski County Special School District

Maumelle, ARFull-time$14.57–26.45/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$14.57–26.45/hr
Location
Maumelle, AR
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Pulaski County Special School District is hiring a Special Education Para. The Special Education Para aids and supports teachers and certified personnel in implementing instructional programs and related services for students with disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with instructional activities, preparing lesson plans and materials, and implementing behavior management techniques. The role also involves assisting with students' physical needs and administering medications.

Key focus areas include Implement instructional activities with students as directed by the teacher/building principal in school and community sites., Assist in the preparation of lesson plans, instructional materials, and data collection., and Assume responsibility for being prepared to perform instructional duties as prescribed..

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma/GED and 60 Credit Hours At Institution Of Higher Education Or Associate's Degree Or Paraprofessional Academic Assessment Test. Important skills include Work With Special Students, Implement Instructional Activities, Data Collection, Implement Behavior Management Techniques, Administer Medications, and Complete Daily Work Schedules. Preferred (not required): Prepare Lesson Plans, Prepare Instructional Materials, Acquire Curriculum Content Knowledge, and Assist With Physical Needs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Work With Special StudentsImplement Instructional ActivitiesPrepare Lesson PlansPrepare Instructional MaterialsData CollectionAcquire Curriculum Content KnowledgeImplement Behavior Management TechniquesAssist With Physical NeedsAdminister MedicationsComplete Daily Work SchedulesClassroom MaintenanceParticipate in InservicesParticipate in Staffing MeetingsParticipate in Faculty MeetingsKnow Board of Education PoliciesKnow District GuidelinesKnow School Guidelines

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED60 Credit Hours at Institution of Higher Education or Associate's Degree or Paraprofessional Academic Assessment Test

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

LOCATION: Maumelle Middle School

1000 Carnahan Drive

Maumelle, Arkansas 72113

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma/GED and one of the following:

  • Completed 60 credit hours at an institution of higher education

  • Obtained an associate’s degree (or higher) degree

  • Passed a paraprofessional academic assessment test

  • Ability to work with special students

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB GOAL: To aid and support teachers and other certified personnel in implementing the instructional program and related services for students with disabilities.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Implement instructional activities with students as directed by the teacher/building principal in school and community sites.

  • Assist in the preparation of lesson plans, instructional materials, and data collection.

  • Assume responsibility for being prepared to perform instructional duties as prescribed.

  • Acquire knowledge of the curriculum content of the classes in which he/she assists.

  • Implement behavior management techniques as directed by teacher/building principal.

  • Assist with the physical needs including (but not limited to) feeding, toileting, dressing, catheterization, physical management, etc. of the students. Some heavy lifting of students is required.

  • Administer medications and other medical supports as prescribed and directed by the school nurse.

  • Complete daily work schedules as assigned by the teacher/principal.

  • Assist the teacher with the maintenance of the classroom.

  • Assist with duties such as lunchroom, recess, bus, etc.

  • Participate in inservices, staffing and faculty meetings, etc.

  • Know Board of Education policies, district and school guidelines, regulations and adhere to the same.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary Range: Range 9 - Support Staff Hourly Salary Schedule ($14.57/hr. - $26.45/hr. depending on relevant experience)

Length of Contract: 181 contract days (In the event the needs of the classroom and/or children change, reassignment of duties will occur. Reassignment may be in the same building or alternate location where services are needed.) 7 1/2 hours per day.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Personnel Status: Classified

Benefits Eligible: Yes

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated according to provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Interested and qualified applicants should submit an online application at www.pcssd.org. Personnel currently employed by the district who meet the necessary qualifications may apply by submitting an online district application.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 25, 2025 (or until filled)

PCSSD does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, race, color, national origin, or gender in any service, program, or activity (including in admission, access, treatment, employment, or vocational opportunities).

Position Type: Full-time

Positions Available: 2

Job Categories: Instructional Support, Paraprofessional / IA

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