Special Education Para
Pulaski County Special School District
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Job overview
Pulaski County Special School District is hiring a Special Education Para. The Special Education Para will support teachers and certified personnel in implementing instructional programs and related services for students with disabilities. Responsibilities include providing one-on-one or group instruction, implementing behavior management techniques, assisting with physical needs, and administering medications. The role also involves completing daily work schedules and assisting with classroom maintenance.
Key focus areas include Provide one on one instruction or group instruction under the supervision of a certified teacher, Implement behavior management techniques as directed by teacher/building principal, and Assist with the physical needs including but not limited to feeding, toileting, dressing, catheterization, physical management, etc. of the student.
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 Needs Students.
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Full job description
LOCATION: Sylvan Hills Elementary
402 Dee Jay Hudson Drive
Sherwood, AR 72120
QUALIFICATIONS:
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High School diploma/GED and one of the following:
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Completed 60 credit hours at an institution of higher education
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Obtained an associate’s degree (or higher)
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Passed a paraprofessional academic assessment test
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Ability to work with special needs 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 a student or students with disabilities.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Provide one on one instruction or group instruction under the supervision of a certified teacher.
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Implement behavior management techniques as directed by teacher/building principal.
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Assist with the physical needs including but not limited to feeding, toileting, dressing, catheterization, physical management, etc. of the student. Some heavy lifting of the student is required.
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Administer medications and other medical supports as prescribed and directed by the school nurse.
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Complete daily work schedules as assigned by the teacher/principal.
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Assist the teacher with the maintenance of the classroom.
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Assist with duties such as the lunchroom, recess, buses for the student(s).
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Be aware of Board of Education policies, district and school guidelines, and regulations and adhere to the same.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary Range: Range 9 - Support Staff Hourly Salary Schedule ($15.00/hr. - $27.45/hr. depending on relevant experience)
Length of Contract: 178 contract days (In the event the student(s) is/are absent or moves from the district, reassignment of duties will occur. Reassignment may be in the building/location or in another building/location where services are needed.) 7 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 27, 2026 (or until filled - emergency posting)
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: 4
Job Categories: Instructional Support, Paraprofessional / IA
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