Paraprofessional II (SPED) (PT)- 132

Salt Lake City School District•Salt Lake, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraprofessional II – Special Education supports teaching personnel in supervising and instructing students with special education needs in resource classrooms. The role works with students in small groups on specific subjects, leads lesson plans, and provides support to students with special health care needs while helping develop daily living and behavioral skills. The position promotes a welcoming, positive learning environment and primarily supports PreK students. Success in the role requires patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations. This is an hourly position with an FTE of 0.7375, up to 29.5 hours per week. It is non-contract and non-exempt, with one position available. The starting wage is $19.00 per hour, and benefits are not available. The anticipated start date is November 23, 2026. The employee reports to the Principal or an Administrative Designee and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
To meet the Every Student Succeeds Act Highly Qualified requirement, applicants must have completed at least two years at an accredited higher education institution (minimum 48 semester hours), obtained an associate degree or higher from an accredited institution, or passed a rigorous state or local assessment (Parapro Assessment/PRAXIS ETS) with a score of 460 or higher.
Provide official higher education transcripts, a college diploma, or a copy of the Paraprofessional Assessment with the application or upon a contingent offer; unofficial transcripts may serve as a placeholder until official transcripts are provided.
Obtain or hold a CPR and First Aid Certificate within two months of hire.
Complete Safety Care Training.
Attend Annual Health Services Training.
Communicate effectively in English with children and adults, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding; demonstrate proficiency in grammar and punctuation.
Perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios.
Have experience using standard office equipment such as a phone, copier, and fax, and Microsoft Office.
Be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Under a teacher’s direction, assist and supervise students attending general education classes and provide support according to their IEP needs.
Use knowledge of students’ IEPs and special education learning concepts to implement learning and behavior plans, social and behavioral interventions, and health care plans, and ensure compliance with IEPs.
Work with students who may have mild to moderate behavioral and special health care needs.
Use knowledge of age-appropriate activities and child development to implement classroom management techniques, provide small-group instruction and classroom interventions, and lead activities such as constructive play and behavior modification.
Administer assessment instruments under teachers’ direction, confer with teachers about student progress, and implement student objectives.
Collect student data related to EIP, FBA/BIP, or as directed by a teacher.
Monitor individual students or small groups in settings including classrooms, libraries, playgrounds, and bus boarding and exiting.
Operate physical education equipment and supervise playground activities using standardized methods.
Report incidents, including fights and suspected child or substance abuse, and follow district policies, procedures, and state law.
Administer first aid and CPR to students when necessary and follow safety practices.
Perform basic calculations, read manuals, and write documents in prescribed formats.
Participate in assigned meetings and workshops, convey and gather information, present information, and attend additional training as needed.
Interpret guidelines independently, maintain confidentiality and attention to detail, and adapt to changing priorities and frequent interruptions.
Collaborate with the employee’s own and other work units to support effective teamwork.
Work under limited supervision, manage and prioritize time, process detailed information accurately, and meet deadlines.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance and communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups while building positive working relationships.
Perform other related duties as assigned.