Paraprofessional- Day School
About The Position
The Paraprofessional supports instruction and behavioral management of youth in a day school under the supervision of a certificated staff member. The role assists teachers with instruction, classroom management, lesson delivery, and student engagement, helping create a positive, structured learning environment that supports students’ academic and personal success. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday on a daytime schedule, at the Day School in Duncan, Nebraska. Starting pay is $19.00–$20.00 per hour. The Paraprofessional also supports students’ well-being and serves as a positive role model reflecting Boys Town’s mission and values. Work is generally performed in an educational school setting and may include indoor or outdoor environments, stressful or potentially aggressive situations, and occasional exposure to outside weather conditions. The job may involve interruptions and verbal or physical threats from youth.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience is required, preferably in a school or youth care environment.
- Obtain a nationally recognized personal restraint model during pre-service training.
- Maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful physical, mental, and emotional situations without compromising health and well-being.
- Be able to perform the position’s physical requirements, which may include periods of standing, walking, light physical activity, and extended time in a classroom or at a keyboard, workstation, or desk.
Responsibilities
- Assist teachers with instruction and classroom management.
- Support lesson delivery and provide one-on-one assistance to students.
- Supervise students during non-instructional periods.
- Help prepare assignments, grade work, and reinforce learning.
- Serve as a positive role model and support student well-being.
- Carry out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet organizational needs.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including access to free services at Boys Town Clinics for enrolled employees.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 100% employer match up to 6% of salary and full vesting after five years.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid sick time.
- Paid holidays.
- Tuition assistance or reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program with confidential support for employees and their families.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Company-paid long-term disability coverage.
- No-cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.
- Parenting resources and professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
