Districtwide Special Education Paraeducator
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1013, Turkey Foot Road, Shadeland East, Lakeview Acres, Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, 40502, United States
As a Special Education Paraeducator with Fayette County Public Schools, you will serve as a vital partner to certified teachers, helping to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for students with special needs. Your role is essential in implementing instructional practices and transitional activities that empower students to achieve their full potential.
In this position, you will work closely with teachers, related service professionals, and families to ensure every student receives quality instruction tailored to their unique requirements. From assisting with health-related procedures and behavior management to supporting academic skill development and community-based learning, your daily contributions directly impact the educational journey of the students you serve.
The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We adhere to a strict policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters, ensuring that no individual is subjected to discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age, or disability.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including multi-cultural and multi-ethnic communities, and value the unique perspectives you bring to our schools. We also encourage candidates who can communicate in more than one language or demonstrate a willingness to learn a second language at a novice level of proficiency.
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the district's salary schedule and utilize the available Salary Estimator to understand compensation based on verified education and experience levels. To apply, please submit your application through the Fayette County Public Schools career portal, ensuring you meet the minimum qualifications of 48 college credit hours, an Associate's Degree, or successful completion of the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment.
Work model: On-site
1013, Turkey Foot Road, Shadeland East, Lakeview Acres, Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, 40502, United States
Lexington, Kentucky
Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
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Education: Associate's Degree or 48 college credit hours or assessment.