At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist special education students with personal care, behaviour interventions, and implementing IEPs.
- Company: Join the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District Number 25 at Alameda Middle School.
- Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Retirement benefits for eligible employees.
- Other info: Position starts at $16.78 per hour and remains open until filled.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on students with severe disabilities in a high-needs school.
- Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and 32 college credits or pass the ETS Paraprofessional Praxis Test.
The predicted salary is between 16.78 - 16.78 £ per hour.
Location: Alameda Middle School (High-Needs School)
Closing date: June 22, 2026 (position will remain open until filled)
Start date: Beginning of the 2026-2027 school year
Salary: $16.78 per hour
JOB SUMMARY
The principal function of an employee in this class is to provide assistance to special education students who require significant and regular personal care, behaviour interventions, functional life skills acquisition, and functional academics. The position assists in the implementation of a student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP). It works with students who have more severe physical, emotional, and/or learning disabilities, under the supervision of a special education teacher, classroom teacher, and the building Principal. Duties are performed in a classroom environment and may include exposure to body fluids and personal injury risk from student behaviours. Candidates will be billed to Medicaid and attend a yearly training provided by Pocatello/Chubbuck School District Number 25.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be highly qualified. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent AND successful completion of at least 32 academic core college semester credits leading to a Bachelor’s Degree OR the ability to pass the ETS Paraprofessional Praxis Assessment Test. Copy of transcripts must be uploaded with the application. Candidates will be placed on Level 5 of the salary schedule.
SKILLS AND QUALITIES
- Ability to work with students with emotional, physical, and mental disabilities, supporting students one-on-one or in small group situations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of effective behavioural methods.
- Ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work under deadlines.
- Maintain confidentiality of staff and students.
- Ability to lift up to fifty pounds and push and pull up to one hundred pounds.
- Growth mindset and ability to handle constructive feedback.
- Ability to perform or assist with medical interventions as needed.
BENEFITS
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Public Employees Retirement are available to classified employees who work at least half time (20 hours per week) or more, and to certified employees with a .50 FTE or greater contract. There are no benefits for part-time (3.5 hour) instructional paraprofessionals.
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Pocatello/Chubbuck School District Number 25 offers comprehensive benefits including medical and retirement plans. Located in Alameda Middle School, this high-needs environment allows you to make a real difference in students' lives. Join a dedicated team focused on supporting students with diverse needs.
Contact Details:
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