SPED Paraprofessional

Job Title

SPED Paraprofessional / Significant Support Needs (Significant Support Needs Program)

Harrison School District 2

183‑Work Day Calendar, 7‑7.5 hrs per day (determined by school)

Hourly rate: $18.60+ (salary placement based on experience). Additional $1.00/hour for paraprofessionals in Center-Based Special Education programs (Affective Needs, SSN, CSD, TAP).

Full pay range and schedule available at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..hsd
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Provide instructional support and assistance in meeting the educational needs of students under the direction and immediate supervision of a licensed school professional. Services are adjusted to Individual Education Plans (IEP) and the least restrictive environment.

• Support instructional programs and provide instruction for students in individual, small, and large group settings, implementing curriculum modifications and accommodations.
• Assist students with special needs, including emotional issues, self‑help skills, motor skills, sensory needs, medical needs, and life skills.
• Facilitate crisis intervention and conflict resolution; enforce district behavior policies to address behavioral problems and meet behavioral goals.
• Collaborate with special and regular educators and administrators on academic, behavioral issues, and observations; provide feedback and support to staff, administrators, parents, and outside agencies.
• Assist the school professional with data collection, record updating, documentation, and maintaining student files and class records while ensuring FERPA compliance.
• Attend and participate in district and building in‑service opportunities and committee work.
• (Elementary/K‑8) Perform crossing guard duties as assigned, including training and directing safe traffic at crosswalks.
• (Elementary/K‑8) Perform lunchroom monitor duties, including lining up students, opening trays, enforcing rules, leading students to the lunchroom, wiping tables, and organizing indoor activities during inclement weather.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Upload or scan transcripts if applicable.
• 0–2 years of experience (experience working with children with special needs preferred).
• Knowledge of child development and behavior management preferred.
• CPR and First Aid preferred.
• Obtain Core District Special Education Paraprofessional training or meet requirements within 36 months of hire.
• Occasional lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Basic English, writing, and communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of computers and office equipment.
• Criminal background check and district fingerprinting required.

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FLSA:
Non‑Exempt

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Education and Training

Industries:
Primary and Secondary Education

Applicants may redact dates on transcripts or certifications; an un‑redacted copy will be requested if an offer is extended.

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