What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year position at Yankton School District 63-3?
JobID: 429
Position Type:
Support Staff/Paraprofessional
Support Staff/Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
6/1/2026
6/1/2026
Location:
Yankton School District
Yankton School District
Title: Paraprofessional
Job Description: A paraprofessional in a special education classroom is a classified employee who works under the supervision of a certified special education teacher and provides direct instruction in the subject areas specified on individual student IEP's. The paraprofessional is responsible for assisting with screening, the writing of instructional plans and the evaluation of student performance. This is an hourly position for the assigned school days.
Criteria:
A. The applicant must have a minimum of 2 years of college to be employed as a paraprofessional.
B. Preference may be given to applicants with degrees in special education, elementary education or secondary education.
C. Preference may be given to applicants with teaching experience in special education or at the appropriate general education grade levels.
D. Preference may be given to applicants with paraprofessional experience in special education or general education.