Special Education Paraprofessional

Doniphan-Trumbull Public Schools

Paraeducator Job Description

1. Assist in accessing facilities such as restrooms. 
2. Assist in bus loading and unloading. 
3. Maintain computers in classrooms and laboratories and assist students with hardware and software use. 
4. Serve as a role model to all students.
5. Serve as a positive member of the community in a way that does not negatively affect the District’s reputation or image in the community.
6. Refrain from engaging in conduct that interferes with the operations of the District, including the education of students. 
7. Develop and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other staff and administration.
8. Adhere to all District policies, rules, regulations, and supervisory directives.
9. Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents in accordance with law and District rules.
10. Adhere to the code of ethics of the District and the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE Rule 27).

FLSA Exempt Status: Non-exempt.

Essential Functions:  The essential functions of the Paraeducator position include: (1) regular, dependable in person attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and performance responsibilities which requires effective teaching and communication skills; and (3) the ability to perform the following identified physical requirements

At-Will Position.   This position is an “at-will” position and may be terminated, with or without cause, at any time in the sole discretion of the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee.

It is the policy of Doniphan-Trumbull Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies or other administered programs.  Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.