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Position Type: Paraeducator/InstructionalDate Posted: 2/11/2026Location: Sussex Central High SchoolDate Available: March 2026Closing Date: Open until filledDistrict: Indian River School DistrictPlease note that this is a full-time temporary position for the 2025-2026 school year only. There is no expectation/guarantee of rehire for temporary staff.Contract Start Date: ASAPContract End Date: 6/30/26POSITION: Paraprofessional, Temporary FTLOCATION: Sussex Central High SchoolSTART DATE: 2025-2026 School YearSALARY: Paraprofessional salary based on experience and degree. Salary schedule can be found on the district website: order to meet the paraprofessional job qualifications, you must meet one of the following criteria:Official transcript showing an Associate Degree or higherOfficial transcript showing completion of 60 credit hours with a 'C' or betterSatisfactory test score of 459 on the ParaPro Assessment & official high school transcript or GED equivalencyClean Criminal Background, Child Protective Registry Check, and TB test results required prior to employmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsPrevious experience working with children in varied settings; preferredWorking knowledge of behavior management procedures; preferredKnowledge of accommodations for special education students; preferredResponsibilities:Work with students to provide instructional and behavioral supportUtilize knowledge of the social, emotional, medical, and academic needs of individual students obtained through collaboration with teacher and/or specialistCollaborate with the teacher, paraprofessionals and/or related services providers about the plans and implementation of activities and resources for the studentsUnderstand and implement the student's IEP (Individual Education Program) goals and objectives, as well as any accommodations to ensure the student's successWork with students in variety of ways, which may include an individual, small group, or whole group settingsAssist in ongoing monitoring of student progress which may include assessments, data collection and computer workSupport in maintaining student discipline using behavior management plan as directed by classroom teacherPerform other duties as requested by administration to meet the needs of the students The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature of the position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of job functions.Application Procedure:The following items must be completed by the closing date for interview consideration: Current District Employees (Not including substitutes):Complete online application and apply for the positions you are interested in at Outside Applicants & Substitutes:Complete online application at , attach resume, and provide three professional reference letters or online reference surveys completed within the last year. (References from friends or family members will not be accepted) Official high school or college transcript will be required within 60 days of hire. The Indian River School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period, to modify job requirements, and to reject any or all applications for reasonable cause.The Indian River School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law.