Special Education Para Professional in New Castle, DE

Support meaningful learning experiences in an educational setting as a contract paraprofessional. This onsite role centers around providing dedicated assistance to one student, stepping into a full-year medical leave position at an elementary campus close to New Castle, DE. You'll play a vital part in nurturing academic and personal growth, fostering a supportive classroom atmosphere, and collaborating closely with teachers and staff through the end of the school year in June 2027.

Key Qualifications:

• DE Paraeducator Permit required and must be current; district will not accept permits in process. If pending approval, a screenshot of the DEEDS portal must be provided.
• Experience as a school-based paraprofessional, especially within elementary settings.
• Male candidates strongly preferred based on caseload needs.
• Willingness to pay for $85 CBC fingerprinting, as required.
• Must attach both DE para permit and resume as part of the application.
• If RBT certified, please note supervision must be maintained independently outside of school hours.

Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on support and monitor student progress throughout the school day.
• Assist classroom teachers with lesson implementation, behavior management, and adapting materials as needed.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for students.
• Support individual educational and behavioral goals.
• Collaborate with faculty and specialist staff to ensure consistent, quality assistance.

Benefits:

• Monday–Friday, daytime schedule (35 hours/week, 30-minute unpaid lunch).
• Long-term opportunity to positively impact students in the local community.
• Contract role with consistent hours throughout the academic year.

Step into a role where your support truly matters and your contribution shapes students’ daily experiences. If you meet the outlined qualifications and are ready to make a difference, submit your application today—be sure your DE para permit and resume are attached. Your expertise and dedication could be just what this school needs.