Classified - Special Education Paraeducator (Resource 3)

Fremont Public Schools • Fremont, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Fremont Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator for Milliken Park Elementary. This position works 7.5 hours per day on student days, starting in August 2026. The role involves supporting students in a resource setting, assisting teachers and therapists with instructional and personal care needs. FPS is a team-oriented environment dedicated to students and the community, offering a chance to make a positive impact daily.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Driver's License
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of basic reading and math skills
• Regular, dependable in-person attendance on the job
• Ability to perform the identified tasks and to possess and utilize the identified knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the identified work activities
• Ability to perform the physical requirements on their specific job description
• Visual and auditory acuity for student supervisory functions
• Skills in written and oral communication
• Skills in human relations

Nice To Haves

• Post Secondary training is desired
• First Aid/CPR certificate desired
• Experience working with children/students

Responsibilities

• Perform classroom support duties under the supervision and guidance of classroom teachers and therapists, including feeding, toileting, transferring, positioning, and other personal care needs when applicable.
• Assist with physical and occupational therapy for students under the supervision and/or direction of an Occupational Therapist and/or Physical Therapist.
• Abide by the guidelines established for Paraeducators of the State of Nebraska and the School District.
• Demonstrate the ability and willingness to perform and fulfill assigned duties as designated by the supervising teacher and/or therapist.
• Assist the supervising teacher/therapist in the collection and preparation of instructional material and equipment.
• Assist with the evaluation, monitoring, and supervision of students’ work.
• Assist students in performing activities initiated by the supervising teacher.
• Prepare instructional aids, games, and bulletin boards at the discretion of the supervising teacher.
• Implement behavior management and modification techniques as structured and monitored by the supervising teacher for individual students.
• Assist with various classroom clerical and daily organizational duties.
• Attend professional development meetings and workshops for paraeducators.
• Respect the confidentiality of information about students and communicate progress or concerns about students to parents or staff only with the authorization of the supervising teacher.
• Exhibit a positive working relationship with students and staff.
• Follow all rules and regulations relating to school and district policies.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of students from vehicles as needed and supervise students while being transported by district vehicles as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher, therapist, and/or administrative staff.

Benefits

• State Retirement Pension Plan Membership
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Civic Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid, employee-only dental insurance upon enrollment
• Health insurance eligible (monthly premium rate based on hours per day and compensation rate)
• $100/month stipend in lieu of health insurance coverage if employee declines
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short term disability insurance
• Accident insurance

What This Job Offers

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