Parapro (SPED) Self Contained (PT)- 216

Salt Lake City School District•Salt Lake, UT

About The Position

The Paraprofessional (Special Education) – Self-Contained supports students with severe disabilities and students who may be medically fragile. Under the direction of a special education teacher, the paraprofessional assists with supervision and instruction in classes such as Diagnostic Kindergarten/1st Grade, Academic Support, Behavior Support, and Essential Elements. The role helps students develop daily living, motor, and behavioral skills, including feeding and toileting, and provides one-on-one support as needed. It also involves collecting data and completing Medicaid documentation. Success in this position requires patience and a calm, nurturing demeanor in high-stress situations. This position is part-time, with an hourly FTE of 0.7375 and up to 29.5 hours per week. It is non-contract and non-exempt, reports to the Principal or Administrative Designee, and offers a starting wage of $20.00 per hour. Benefits are not available. The anticipated start date is November 23, 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
Must meet ESSA Highly Qualified requirements by completing at least two years at an accredited higher education institution (minimum 48 semester hours), earning an associate or higher degree from an accredited institution, or passing an approved assessment: Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS ETS with a score of at least 460, or ParaPathways Assessment with scores of at least 332 in Reading and Writing and 334 in Mathematics.
Provide official higher education transcripts, a college diploma, or an approved paraprofessional assessment copy with the application or upon a contingent offer; unofficial transcripts may be used temporarily.
Selected candidates must be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check.
Hold or obtain CPR and First Aid certification within two months of hire.
Complete Safety Care Training.
Attend annual Health Services Training.
Effective English communication skills, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding, with proficiency in grammar and punctuation.
Ability to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios.
Experience using standard office equipment, such as phones, copiers, and fax machines, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to assist with physical activities that may include moving, rolling, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting up to 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a K–12 special education or public employment environment.
Spanish or other language proficiency, including the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the language.

Responsibilities

Assist and supervise students in general education classes and provide support according to their IEP needs; implement learning and behavior plans, social and behavioral interventions, and health care plans under teacher direction.
Support students with significant behavioral, academic, and personal health care needs, including feeding, toileting, mobility, and other physical assistance.
Provide one-on-one or small-group instruction on IEP goals and other teacher-directed materials.
Use age-appropriate activities and knowledge of child development to support classroom management, interventions, and student learning.
Collect data on student behavior, academics, and self-care, and document duties to support Medicaid funding.
Perform record-keeping and clerical tasks, such as copying and grading, to assist teachers and administrators.
Help students get safely on and off the bus in the morning and afternoon.
Administer assessments under teacher direction and confer with teachers to support evaluation of student progress and implementation of objectives.
Operate physical education equipment and supervise playground activities using standardized methods.
Support classroom teachers in monitoring students during school-sanctioned community events.
Report incidents, including fights and suspected child or substance abuse, in accordance with district policies, procedures, and state law.
Administer first aid or CPR when necessary and follow safety practices.
Perform basic math, read manuals, and write documents using prescribed formats.
Participate in assigned meetings and workshops, share and gather information, and attend additional training as needed.
Interpret guidelines, maintain confidentiality, attend to detail, adapt to changing priorities and interruptions, and collaborate with colleagues and other work units.
Manage time and priorities, process detailed information accurately, meet deadlines, and maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships.
Perform other related duties as assigned.