What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Para-professional for 2025-2026 position at Blytheville School District?
Blytheville School District is seeking applicants for the position of Special Education paraprofessional.
Applicants must have one of the following:
60 Hours from an accredited college or university
Associate's Degree from an accredited college or univeristy
Successful completion of the Para-Professional Praxis Exam
Responsibilities
Classroom and School Environment
- Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement that are ambitious and measurable
- Contribute to a culture of respect, enthusiasm, and rapport
- Manage student behavior during transitions and less structured time (e.g., recess, lunch)
- Monitor independent work time in classroom while teacher provides instruction
Instruction (if applicable)
- Tutor small groups and individuals, under the direction and using the tools/rubrics of the supervising teachers.
- Supervise projects, skill practice, and digital learning.
Professional Responsibilities
- Solicit and eagerly receive feedback from supervisor and team members to improve professional skills
- Maintain administrative duties on behalf of teacher (such as taking attendance, entering grades, scheduling parent conferences, preparing student activities and assignments, checking homework, additional paperwork)
- Collaborate with teacher(s), tutor(s), and digital lab monitor(s), if applicable
- Participate in professional development opportunities
Qualifications
- Previous experience working with children
- Bachelor’s degree a plus, but not required
- Demonstrated effectiveness working with people who have differing cultural backgrounds and/or personal characteristics, including race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or economic differences.
- If assisting with instruction: Knowledge of subject matter being taught
Hours
- Full-time position
