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Paraprofessional/ Classroom Assistant APPLY ONLINE

Duties

SMASE is seeking paraprofessionals to help support students with disabilities in the Staunton CUSD 6 and Mt. Olive CUSD 5 school districts. Paraprofessionals serve as assistants to classroom teachers and support for students. Duties include supervising students, assisting with instruction, materials preparation and other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

Applicants must be at least 19 years old, possess a high school diploma or GED, and be able to obtain a clean background check when applying for a short term approval for paraprofessionals. 

 Applicants will need to be able to physically squat, kneel, walk, run, stretch and carry up to 20 pounds. 

Salary/Benefits

Starting hourly rate is $16.50 per hour, including paid lunch time.

Paraprofessionals also receive a $100 stipend monthly.

Paraprofessionals are eligible for a $500 attendance bonus of they use 3 or less days of paid time off per year.

Paraprofessionals are paid for 5 holidays that are not worked (Columbus Day, President's Day, MLK Day, Veteran's Day, Labor Day)

12 paid sick days and 4 paid personal days. 

How to Apply

To apply, send a resume and letter of interest to:

Alison Storm

astorm@smaseschools.org

Email Address

astorm@smaseschools.org

Job Posting Date

8/26/2026

Start Date

N/A

Email for More Information

astorm@smaseschools.org