Job Responsibilities

Working under the supervision of a licensed teacher, the paraeducator supports the school in a variety of ways and, in many circumstances, a classroom cannot function to its greatest potential without one.  The paraeducator helps bring the teacher's visions and ideas to life and strives towards the greatest levels of student success possible.  Great paraeducators maintain a lens of equity, support differing academic needs, and are compassionate toward the emotional well-being of each individual with whom they work.

Working both inside and outside the classroom, the paraeducator provides essential instructional, behavioral, and general support to individual students or the wider classroom. Often working with students who receive special education or related services, and/or students with a 504 plan, they assist supervising teachers with classroom management, routine maintenance, and material organization. Additionally, paraeducators may facilitate small group activities, support students with classroom routines, and provide targeted tutoring before, during, or after school.