Special Education Paraprofessional

All Tulsa Public Schools Paraprofessionals will be hired via this job posting. If you are screened into our qualified candidate pool, principals from all of our 70+ schools will be able to review your application and, potentially, invite you to learn more about their school.

Full Job Description: Special Education Paraprofessional

Salary Grade: Hourly 12

Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above). 

For more information on our comprehensive benefits packages, please visit: Compensation and Benefits website.

Position Summary:  To work closely with one or a few students with disabilities on a regular basis in an effort to provide them with the physical help and emotional support they need to gain full benefits from the district’s special education program.

Minimum Qualifications:     

Education:
• High School diploma or equivalent
• At least 48 hours of approved college credit, an associate degree from an accredited school or the successful completion of a district approved highly qualified test

Experience:
• Previous experience working with individuals with special educational needs preferred

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, Etc.:
• CPR training (renewed annually)
• First Aid Training (renewed every three years)
• Completion of a district approved behavior management, safety, or de-escalation training within 120 days of employment
• Special Education Paraprofessional Training (3 days can be completed after hire)
• An additional 6 hours of professional development yearly
• Proficient in or willing to learn Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

Physical Requirements:
• Adequate physical strength and mobility to implement strategies for de-escalation and emergency intervention
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to frequently lift more than 50 lbs. with assistance