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Child Specific Paraprofessional-Landry High School

  • Algiers Charter School Association
  • 01/05/2026
Full time Support Staff

Job Description

 
 
 
Child-Specific Paraprofessional
 
 
Job Summary:
 
The Child-Specific Paraprofessional provides individualized support to a designated student with disabilities and complex health needs. This role ensures the student’s academic, medical, behavioral, and social-emotional needs are met in a safe and inclusive learning environment. The paraprofessional collaborates with teachers, parents, and related service providers to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and foster student success.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct support to an assigned student during instructional and non-instructional activities.
  • Assist the student with personal care needs, mobility, and health-related tasks as required.
  • Support the implementation of the student’s IEP goals and accommodations.
  • Reinforce instructional content under the guidance of the teacher.
  • Assist with medical procedures such as G-tube feeding, medication administration, or other prescribed health tasks (with appropriate training and delegation).
  • Implement positive behavior support strategies, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques as needed.
  • Monitor the student’s progress and communicate observations to the teacher and team.
  • Support inclusion by assisting the student in participating in classroom and school activities.
  • Maintain confidentiality of student information and records.
  • Collaborate with teachers, therapists, parents, and medical professionals to ensure coordinated support.
  • Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development related to special education and health needs.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned
 
 
Qualifications:
 
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Experience in special education, particularly working with students with severe and complex health needs.
  • Familiarity with a variety of medical conditions and the ability to assist with health-related tasks.
  • Training in positive behavior support, crisis intervention, and de-escalation strategies.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Physical stamina and strength to assist with lifting, mobility, and other support needs.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to respond to the student’s evolving needs and individualized learning plans.
  • Certifications such as First Aid, CPR, and crisis management (or willingness to obtain).
 
Physical Demands: 
  • Primarily classroom-based with occasional support in therapy rooms, playgrounds, and community settings.
  • Frequent collaboration with teachers, therapists, parents, and school staff.
  • Work may involve exposure to bodily fluids and medical equipment.
Work Environment: 
  • Frequent lifting, bending, standing, and mobility assistance required.
  • Ability to physically assist students with daily living activities.
 
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Grade Range

High

Subject

Paraprofessional

School Year

2025-26 SY
Algiers Charter School Association
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  • Experienced Faculty: Our faculty has over 12 years of experience and several are alums who have returned "home" to join Algiers Charter.
  • Competitive Pay & Benefits: We want our teachers to feel valued for their invaluable role in helping our students succeed. As they move forward in their career, they receive increased recognition and compensation.
  • Teacher Retirement System of Louisiana: Algiers Charter wants our teachers to go forward confident in their retirement safety in a changing world. We contribute to TRSL to ensure our employees have peace of mind.
  • TAP Training & More: Algiers Charter provides training and mentorship for our teachers that you will not find anywhere else. You will learn by doing and benefit from a unique curriculum that is always being updated and improved.
  • Professional Development: There are opportunities to advance your career in any area and at any level. You will have guidance from our leadership team, and each position is a stepping stone to help you grow personally and professionally.
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