Title I Paraprofessional

Location:

Pioneer Elementary School

Recruiting Start Date

07/29/2026

This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.

Estimated Start Date

08/10/2026

Title I Paraprofessional assists the teacher to achieve teaching objectives by working with individual students or small groups in order that the students learn effectively.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Assists in preparation, production, and maintenance of materials and equipment as assigned
• Assists individual students in performing activities instructed by a teacher
• Assists the student(s) in recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks
• Assists with testing of students
• Attends meetings and conferences as required
• Attends pre-job training, ongoing training, and meetings as required during the school year in order to remain up-to-date of job procedures
• Carries out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in the lesson plan
• Checks Title I books in and out with students on take home logs
• Collects data for assessment and monitoring purposes
• Completes daily paper work (i.e., attendance report)
• Coordinates completion of assignments with regular classroom teachers on reading and math
• Develops and implements games and teaching aids
• Maintains records necessary for effective operation of program, including annual inventory of all materials and equipment
• Maintains student files updating information as appropriate
• Maintains, orders, and organizes inventory of materials in an effective manner
• Monitors behavior contracts and reward systems for students
• Performs miscellaneous clerical duties and assists other staff members
• Prepares bulletin boards for parents and programs
• Provides individual tutoring for students in computer skills and usage
• Supervises and resolves disciplinary student issues
• Supervises students in the use of the various programs on the computer
• Under supervision of a teacher, works with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher
• Works with confidential student information
• Works with students in one-to-one situations
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
• Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings
• Computer proficiency including office productivity applications
• Considerable knowledge of policies, procedures, and overall district functions
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
• Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
• Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented
• Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
• Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of office methods and procedures including appropriate telephone etiquette
• Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher
• Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
• Student-centered and relationship-focused
• Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required
  
  

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.

• The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.
• The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.
• The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.
• The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.
• Work is generally performed in a classroom setting.
  
  

Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions

• Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties
• Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices
• Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils
• Typical demands require staff to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, and may be higher for some assignments depending on position and student need; climb stairs, ladders, and/or stools; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer keyboards; feel the shape, size and temperature of objects
  
  

Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications

High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Compensation Range:

$18.15-19.06

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Hours Per Day

4.0 hour(s) per day

Number Of Days Per Year

182 Days M-F

Benefits Eligibility

Part-time - Regular

For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).

FLSA Status

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

How To Apply

New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:

• A current resume
  
  

Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting

Hiring Manager Email

stefani.vickery@asd20.org