What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraeducator position at Columbia District and Horace W Porter School?
Position Type:
Support Staff/Paraeducator
Date Posted:
10/6/2026
Location:
H.W. Porter
Date Available:
asap
Closing Date:
Open until filled
ANTICIPATED: Paraeducator - Behavioral Support
We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dependable Paraeducator to support students with behavioral, social-emotional, and learning needs in a school setting.
Responsibilities
? Provide individualized support to students experiencing behavioral or emotional challenges.
? Implement behavior support strategies and individualized student plans.
? Encourage positive behaviors, self-regulation, communication, and independence.
? Assist students with transitions, classroom routines, and academic activities.
? Respond calmly and appropriately to challenging behaviors while maintaining student dignity and safety.
? Track and document behavioral progress as directed by the teaching team.
? Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, administrators, and families.
? Follow school safety, behavioral, and crisis intervention procedures.
Qualifications
? High school diploma or equivalent required.
? Experience working with children or students with behavioral or special education needs preferred.
? Patient, dependable, and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
? Strong communication and teamwork skills.
? Ability to follow individualized behavior plans and maintain confidentiality.
? A genuine interest in helping students develop positive behaviors and succeed in school.
Salary per contract
Support Staff/Paraeducator
Date Posted:
10/6/2026
Location:
H.W. Porter
Date Available:
asap
Closing Date:
Open until filled
ANTICIPATED: Paraeducator - Behavioral Support
We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dependable Paraeducator to support students with behavioral, social-emotional, and learning needs in a school setting.
Responsibilities
? Provide individualized support to students experiencing behavioral or emotional challenges.
? Implement behavior support strategies and individualized student plans.
? Encourage positive behaviors, self-regulation, communication, and independence.
? Assist students with transitions, classroom routines, and academic activities.
? Respond calmly and appropriately to challenging behaviors while maintaining student dignity and safety.
? Track and document behavioral progress as directed by the teaching team.
? Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, administrators, and families.
? Follow school safety, behavioral, and crisis intervention procedures.
Qualifications
? High school diploma or equivalent required.
? Experience working with children or students with behavioral or special education needs preferred.
? Patient, dependable, and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
? Strong communication and teamwork skills.
? Ability to follow individualized behavior plans and maintain confidentiality.
? A genuine interest in helping students develop positive behaviors and succeed in school.
Salary per contract