Paraprofessional, Instructional (Part-Time) (Rate $17.50 per hour)
Young World Physical Education, Omaha, NE, United States
Paraprofessional, Instructional (Part-Time) (Rate $17.50 per hour)
Starting Date: Immediately
Position Starting August 2026
POSITION/JOB TITLE:
Instructional/Educational Paraprofessional – Work August through May when students are in session.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Instructional Paraprofessional’s primary responsibilities include assisting the classroom teacher(s) and other support personnel with instruction. The Paraprofessional also helps monitor student progress and performance by collecting data and maintaining records.
MINIMUM JOB RELATED QUALIFICATIONS
An Associate's degree, or completion of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours at an institution of higher learning, or demonstrated proficiency in the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics via state or locally approved competency test.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps and reach overhead.
QUALIFICATIONS
Committed to helping all children learn – assist students and reinforce learning concepts for individuals or small groups.
Willingness to participate in professional development and in‑service trainings.
Regular daily attendance is essential.
Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.
Ability to work with diverse populations and handle situations with tact and diplomacy.
Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly and professional manner.
Possesses manual dexterity, physical ability and stamina for a full day of various physical activity.
OTHER INFORMATION
Reports to: Building Principal
Work Schedule: 5.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, 10 months, Non‑Exempt
Salary: Wages are administered consistent with negotiated agreement or board‑adopted salary schedule.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff.
Models appropriate behaviors for students.
Develops and maintains a professional rapport with classroom teacher and other staff.
Assists students at arrival and dismissal of school.
Assists in the supervision of students during lunch and recess periods.
Assists with grading and reviewing homework as instructed by the classroom teacher.
Assists teachers in monitoring, collecting data and maintaining records regarding student performance and progress.
Performs routine classroom management and maintenance duties.
Organizes and retrieves materials and schedules in accordance with guidelines.
Knowledge of computers and the ability to assist students with educational technology and software.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aligned with the mission of the Omaha Public Schools is the commitment to educational equity for all students, staff and patrons of the school system. In all places and activities of the Omaha Public Schools, it is expected that every individual will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. All conduct reflects a belief in the dignity and value of each person regardless of the individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizenship status, or economic status.
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Starting Date: Immediately
Position Starting August 2026
POSITION/JOB TITLE:
Instructional/Educational Paraprofessional – Work August through May when students are in session.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Instructional Paraprofessional’s primary responsibilities include assisting the classroom teacher(s) and other support personnel with instruction. The Paraprofessional also helps monitor student progress and performance by collecting data and maintaining records.
MINIMUM JOB RELATED QUALIFICATIONS
An Associate's degree, or completion of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours at an institution of higher learning, or demonstrated proficiency in the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics via state or locally approved competency test.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps and reach overhead.
QUALIFICATIONS
Committed to helping all children learn – assist students and reinforce learning concepts for individuals or small groups.
Willingness to participate in professional development and in‑service trainings.
Regular daily attendance is essential.
Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.
Ability to work with diverse populations and handle situations with tact and diplomacy.
Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly and professional manner.
Possesses manual dexterity, physical ability and stamina for a full day of various physical activity.
OTHER INFORMATION
Reports to: Building Principal
Work Schedule: 5.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, 10 months, Non‑Exempt
Salary: Wages are administered consistent with negotiated agreement or board‑adopted salary schedule.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff.
Models appropriate behaviors for students.
Develops and maintains a professional rapport with classroom teacher and other staff.
Assists students at arrival and dismissal of school.
Assists in the supervision of students during lunch and recess periods.
Assists with grading and reviewing homework as instructed by the classroom teacher.
Assists teachers in monitoring, collecting data and maintaining records regarding student performance and progress.
Performs routine classroom management and maintenance duties.
Organizes and retrieves materials and schedules in accordance with guidelines.
Knowledge of computers and the ability to assist students with educational technology and software.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aligned with the mission of the Omaha Public Schools is the commitment to educational equity for all students, staff and patrons of the school system. In all places and activities of the Omaha Public Schools, it is expected that every individual will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. All conduct reflects a belief in the dignity and value of each person regardless of the individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizenship status, or economic status.
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