Special Education Aide

Job Title: Special Education Paraprofessional – 1:1 Assistant (Full-Time)

Position Summary:

Salome Elementary School is seeking a full-time, one-to-one paraprofessional to begin immediately. The Special Education 1:1 Assistant provides direct support to an individual student with disabilities in order to provide individual services and support. Under the supervision of a certified special education teacher, the paraprofessional assists with instructional activities, behavior support, and daily routines in alignment with the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).

Please note: This position is open until filled and is contingent on student enrollment and need.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one instructional support to a student in classroom, small group, and inclusive settings.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and behavior support strategies as outlined in the student’s IEP.
• Assist the student with academic tasks, organization, attention, and participation.
• Support social skills development and positive peer interactions.
• Monitor and document student progress, behaviors, and needs; communicate regularly with special education teacher, other support staff, and parents.
• Assist with personal care needs, mobility, and health-related supports as required
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Participate in team meetings and training applicable to special education services.
• Follow all school policies, confidentiality requirements (FERPA), and district procedures.
• Provide supervision during transitions, recess, lunch, and transportation as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher or administrator.

Qualifications:

• Having a passion for serving students with special needs and believing that all students are capable of learning
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Paraprofessional certification preferred.
• Willingness to build relationships and persevere through difficult challenges
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong communication, patience, and problem-solving skills.
• Physical ability to assist students with mobility and personal care as needed.

Supervision: Reports directly to the Special Education Teacher and School Administrator.

Terms of Employment: Salary and benefits according to district paraprofessional pay scale and board-approved calendar.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: The District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other protected status.

Pay: $17.64 - $32.13 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $32