Special Education Program Paraprofessional

Position Type :

Paraprofessional / Special Education Paraprofessional

Date Posted : 10 / 1 / 2025

Location :

Kenneth L. Hermansen Elementary School

Closing Date :

Until Filled VACANCY : The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full-time Special Education Program Paraprofessional position for the 2025 / 2026 school year.

JOB SUMMARY : Under the direct supervision of a licensed staff member the paraprofessional performs functions assisting in the educational, functional, and social development of students, across settings to provide support to a student or students with disabilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Assists and guides students with academic tasks and functional skills as assigned by teacher / clinician.
• Supervises and assists students with transitions in classroom and educational settings, during structured and unstructured activities indicated by the Individual Education Plan, both within and outside of the school building (ie : lunchroom, restroom, playground, applicable community settings, additional activities)
• Provides academic, functional, and behavioral support to student(s) in accordance with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and other related support plans
• Assists with communication, scheduling, and adaptations of curriculum and the educational environment to meet the needs of students
• Works with students individually or in small groups as assigned to reinforce learning concepts.
• Assists with record-keeping as needed to track and record student progress
• Implements established classroom management strategies to ensure student safety, a supportive and responsive learning environment for all, and student engagement in learning activities
• Constructs, copies and distributes, and uses educational materials as directed and needed.
• Apply all rules and procedures governing safety protocols and methods of assistance for students
• Collaborate and cooperate with classroom teachers and other staff in order to coordinate instructional plans for students and prepare for activities.
• Use computers, instructional technology, assistive devices, equipment and materials necessary for student and teacher support; utilize computers and software applications when necessary (e.g., Google Suite), and support students in use of the same.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development as needed / requested.
• Assist students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as the restroom.
• Implement therapeutic regimens such as behavior modification and sensory breaks under the supervision of special education personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE :

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY :

Position may require ability to participate fully in the training, regular certification and use of established methods of de-escalation and physical management of students. Work is performed within the school / district environment where unusual temperature, noise, and hazards are relatively nonexistent. Work requires the employee to perform the following critical physical demands of the job in the school or district office setting as applicable :

PAY SCALE AND BENEFIT DISCLOSURE : Salary is in accordance with the Paraprofessional Salary Schedule.

Benefits :

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : The Salary and work year is 181 days and is in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the Valley View Council and the Board of Education. A Physical exam and a negative Tuberculosis test are required. FLSA Non-Exempt.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Applicants should apply online at www.vvsd.org and upload a letter of application with resume, current transcripts and three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last twelve (12) months.

SELECTION PROCEDURE : The deadline for receiving applications is Open Until Filled. Interviews with selected applicants will be held as soon as practicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer