Special Education Paraprofessional (High School Lifeskills)

Candor Consulting & Diagnostics•Lewisville, TX

3d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

As a Special Education Paraprofessional, you’ll work alongside special education teachers and other campus professionals to provide individualized support to students receiving special education services. Your work will have a direct impact on students every day by helping remove barriers to learning and creating opportunities for them to participate, grow, and succeed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to meet applicable Texas Education Agency and district requirements for paraprofessional employment.
Willingness to assist students with academic, behavioral, social, communication, and functional needs.
Ability to follow teacher direction, collaborate with campus staff, and communicate professionally with students and colleagues.

Nice To Haves

College coursework or an associate degree is preferred.
Previous experience working with children, students with disabilities, or in a school setting is preferred.
CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.
Some assignments may require assistance with mobility, positioning, personal care, or other activities of daily living.
Bilingual skills are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist teachers in implementing accommodations, modifications, instructional strategies, and other supports outlined in students’ IEPs.
Work individually or in small groups with students to reinforce classroom instruction, practice skills, and encourage greater independence.
Assist students in general education, resource, self-contained, or other specialized classroom settings based on their individual needs.
Help implement behavior intervention plans, reinforcement systems, de-escalation strategies, and classroom expectations under the direction of certified staff.
Assist with collecting data, documenting student performance, and sharing observations with the special education team.
When required by a student’s individual needs, assist with mobility, transitions, feeding, toileting, personal care, or other functional activities while maintaining student dignity and privacy.
Provide appropriate support while helping students develop confidence, self-advocacy, communication, and independent living skills.
Work closely with special education teachers, general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and other paraprofessionals to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
Protect confidential student information and follow all district, campus, and special education policies.