Pacific Heritage Academy
Position: Special Education Paraprofessional
Employment Type: Part-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, during school hours
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Position Overview

Pacific Heritage Academy is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Part-Time Special Education Paraprofessional to join our team. This position works closely with special education teachers and general education staff to support students with disabilities in accessing instruction, developing independence, and successfully participating in the school environment.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with children, is patient and flexible, and is committed to helping every student feel supported and successful.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to students receiving special education services.
• Assist students with academic tasks in reading, writing, math, and other content areas.
• Support students in general education and special education classroom settings.
• Follow teacher-developed instructional plans, accommodations, modifications, and behavior-support strategies.
• Help students develop independence, organization, communication, social, and functional skills.
• Provide prompting, redirection, and positive reinforcement as directed by the special education teacher.
• Collect and record student data as requested for IEP goals and progress monitoring.
• Assist with classroom organization, instructional materials, and adapted learning activities.
• Support safe transitions between classrooms and other school environments.
• Maintain student confidentiality and follow all school policies regarding student information.
• Collaborate professionally with teachers, administrators, related-service providers, and other school staff.
• Perform other student-support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively and patiently with children with a variety of learning and support needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively as part of an educational team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries with students and families.
• Ability to meet applicable school, state, and federal employment requirements.

Preferred:

• Previous experience working with children in a school, childcare, special education, or related setting.
• Experience supporting students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of positive behavior supports and classroom management strategies.
• Paraeducator training or related education is a plus; however, we welcome candidates who are eager to learn.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Patient, compassionate, and encouraging.
• Reliable and consistent.
• Flexible and willing to learn.
• Comfortable working with students with varying academic, behavioral, communication, and functional needs.
• Able to build positive relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Committed to helping students become increasingly independent.

Why Join Pacific Heritage Academy?

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students while working a part-time schedule that follows the school day and school calendar. You will work alongside a supportive educational team and receive guidance from experienced special education professionals.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief statement of interest to Pacific Heritage Academy.

Come join our team and help our students learn, grow, and succeed!

Pacific Heritage Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination and in accordance with applicable federal and state requirements.