Preschool Support Paraprofessional

Position Type:

Paraprofessional/Support Paraprofessional

Date Posted:

7/14/2025

Location:

Early Learning Center

Date Available:

09/02/2025

We strongly believe that diversity of experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better school system and better results for all students. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can and we actively encourage all to consider becoming a part of it.

Position: Preschool Support Paraprofessional

Location: Early Learning Center

Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 P.M.: M-F, Student Contact Days

Salary range: $16.89 per hour based on the 2023- 2025 Paraprofessional Agreement

Qualifications:

Must have a two year degree or passed The Parapro Assessment

Must be able to use a computer book check-out system

Spanish speaking perferred

Experience with children in group situations, sensory breaks, detial oriented, good communication skills, high degree of flexibility.

Positive attitude and willingness to work with students, parents and staff to plan/prepare for improved school success.

Self starter-create and initiate programs for our students and teachers to improve/engage reading

Get all involved

Ability to adhere a strict schedule

Experience working with children of diverse economic, social, and cultural backgrounds.

Physical Requirements:

Physically capable of meeting all performance responsibilities required with students, including moderate standing, walking, stooping, bending and kneeling. Presenting information to students and lifting up to 40 pounds.

It is the policy, practice, and commitment of District 197 to provide equal employment opportunities for all people without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

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