Paraprofessional, Special Education Alternative Curriculum Program (ACP) Part-Time, Temporary ($19.00 per hour)

Omaha Public Schools•Omaha, NE

11h

About The Position

The Paraprofessional supports students in the Special Education Alternative Curriculum Program (ACP) by assisting with educational activities designed by teachers and support personnel, including occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language services. The role includes supporting students’ personal care and self-care needs, implementing structured behavior and educational programs, preparing teaching materials, collecting and recording data, and helping maintain a clean, attractive classroom environment. The paraprofessional works under the direction of professional staff and collaborates with other paraprofessionals and program staff. Duties may take place in school and non-school settings. This is a part-time, temporary position for the second semester only, starting in January 2027. The schedule is 5.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday. The position is non-exempt and classified, with wages administered according to the applicable negotiated agreement or board-adopted salary schedule. The listed rate is $19.00 per hour. Employment is contingent on meeting applicable position requirements, an acceptable background check, verification of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, and successful completion of any required drug test, tuberculosis skin test, and pre-employment medical examination. Applicable Nebraska laws, Board of Education policies, and any relevant negotiated agreement govern the terms of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps, and reach overhead.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to follow written and oral directions to carry out students’ educational programs.
Commitment to helping all children learn and to assisting students and reinforcing learning concepts individually or in small groups.
Willingness to participate in professional development and in-service training.
Regular daily attendance.
Flexibility and responsiveness.
Ability to work with diverse populations and handle situations with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to interact with internal and external customers in a friendly and professional manner.
Manual dexterity, physical ability, and stamina for a full day of varied physical activity.
Meet and maintain applicable licenses, certificates, and other position requirements, including any applicable paraprofessional Highly Qualified status.
Pass an acceptable background check and verify U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
Successfully complete any pre-employment drug test, tuberculosis skin test, and medical examination required for the position.

Nice To Haves

Training in a health care-related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with or directly carry out educational activities designed by teachers and support personnel, including occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language activities.
Assist students with toileting and diaper changing.
Carry out student self-care programs, including feeding, tooth brushing, and grooming.
Assist with loading and unloading students on vans or buses.
Help make the classroom environment cheerful and attractive.
Maintain cleanliness standards in the classroom and restrooms.
Collect and record data.
Prepare teaching materials related to the curriculum.
Carry out structured behavior programs as directed by professional staff.
Maintain confidentiality of student information.
Interact and communicate with students as directed by professional staff.
Work effectively as a positive member of the educational team with classroom paraprofessionals and affiliated professional staff.
Carry out programs in school and non-school settings as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.