Paraeducator - 2026/2027

Yukon Public Schools • Yukon, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Paraeducator position is designed to assist in providing a smoothly functioning class environment where students can fully benefit from the instructional program and available resources. This role supports various specialized classroom settings, including LEAP (Learners Excelling And Progressing) for collaboration and direct instruction, RISE (Reaching Independence through Structured Education) for functional skills with mild/moderate disabilities, LIFE (Learning In a Functional Environment) for severe/profound disabilities, and ABLE (Academic and Behavioral Learning Environment) for emotional and behavioral concerns.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed.
• 48 college hours, associate's degree, or ability to complete WorkKeys tests within 60 days of hire date.
• Successful completion of Paraprofessional training provided by the district.
• CPR Certification.
• Oklahoma Tier II Paraprofessional Certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for classroom activities under the supervision of a certified teacher.
• Assist the teacher with instructional classroom duties.
• Assist the teacher with non-instructional classroom duties, including feeding, tube feeding, toileting (including changing diapers), clothing management, and transitions between classrooms and activities.
• Assist with an individual child's particular needs when called upon.
• Perform clerical duties for the assigned teacher.
• Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the principal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED