Substitute Paraeducator 2026-2027 School Year

Pay Range: PSE 1 Salary Schedule. Substitutes subbing in PSE 1 positions will be paid at Step 1 of Schedule A appropriate for the position being subbed.

Education

High school diploma and/or recognized equivalent or prior job related experience; AND, must meet at least one of the following options per ESEA regulations:

• Hold an AA degree; OR
• Have completed at least two (2) years of study at an institution of higher learning (72 quarter hrs or 48 semester hrs – all at a 100 level or above); OR
• Successfully pass the Parapro Assessment (all 6 areas) developed by the Educational Testing Service (ETS); OR
• Other areas as they become defined.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to get along well with students and faculty
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise students in all school areas
• Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of diversity among individual students and the ability to set appropriate expectations for individual students
• Ability to uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures
• Demonstrated ability to work with individual students and small groups of students on planning appropriate behavior
• Previous experience or training working with students preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with parents and a variety of staff members
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and be able to project a positive, friendly and caring attitude toward others
• Ability to handle confidential matters appropriately and ethically
• Ability to work with records and charting
• Ability and willingness to participate in activities and responsibilities as assigned by classroom teacher
• Ability to efficiently operate common office equipment such as typewriter, copier, calculator, computer, etc.
• Willingness to take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Demonstrated ability to perform general office procedures
• Must be a "self-motivator" toward assigned duties
• Willingness to participate in in-service offerings and local workshops
• Ability to accept directions and criticism
• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in written work and be proficient in mathematics
• Neat, clean personal appearance and traits that make him/her a good role model for students; work apparel should be appropriate to promote a professional and safe work environment

Essential Functions

• To work with individuals and/or groups of students on assigned tasks and in the implementation of the educational program
• Maintain records and produce instructional materials as directed
• Supervise students in the classroom, on the playground, and in the cafeteria as needed
• Assist staff and students as directed
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies

Other Functions

• Perform all other responsibilities as assigned