What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Special Education Paraeducator - 25/26 SY position at Spotsylvania County Public Schools?
*By applying to this position, your application will be considered part of our applicant pool for the 2025-2026 School Year. You may be contacted by a member of the School Leadership Team from any of our school locations for opportunities that align with your qualifications and experience.*
Job Summary:
The Special Education Paraeducator works alongside, supports, and expands the programmatic and administrative duties of teachers and other professional practitioners.
Essential Job Functions:
- Assist in implementing the instructional program
- Assist in the preparation/production of instructional and/or programmed materials
- Assist with crisis problems and behavior management
- Assist in maintaining a safe, nurturing, and healthy atmosphere, which may include assisting students with social skill development, personal hygiene, toiletry needs/toilet training
- Reinforce learning and work with small groups of children or individuals in various subject areas
- Assist with scoring tests and papers and maintain appropriate records
- Assist with crisis problems and behavior management
- Uses special skills (i.e., sign language, transliterating, advanced computer training) to assist in two-way communication between the teacher and the student as necessary
Click here to read the full Job Description for this role
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Multi-task
- Programs in a public school environment and the unique needs of students
- Flexibility/adaptability
- Work cooperatively with students, teachers, and parents
- Utilize appropriate judgment in deciding when to contact a licensed professional for assistance
- Follow procedures as outlined by school board policy, the school principal, or designee
- Maintain Confidentiality at all times
Apply To: Click on the link above to apply. All applicants, including those currently employed with Spotsylvania County Public Schools, will need to complete an online application.
Salary: This is a 10-month position with benefits. Please see the minimum salary below.
