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JUNEAU SCHOOL DISTRICT

Self-Contained Special Education Paraeducator (Thunder Mountain Middle School)

JUNEAU SCHOOL DISTRICT, Juneau, Alaska, us, 99812

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Self-Contained Special Education Paraeducator (Thunder Mountain Middle School) Position Type: Support Staff/Special Education Paraeducator

Date Posted: 8/8/2025

Location: Thunder Mountain Middle School

Date Available: ASAP

Closing Date: 08/13/2025

Full-Time Position: 0.9333 FTE

Position Summary Works primarily with students who are in special education and enrolled in BEST (Behavioral Education Support Team), DEC-C (Developmental Education Classroom-Communication), DEC (Developmental Educational Classroom), or the Transitions program. Presents material and activities to improve skills in assigned areas, which may include reading, writing, math, computers and/or vocational education. Works individually or in small groups. Records grades and does data collection for other measures of students' progress or behavior.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma

Some prior experience working with school‑age children preferred

CPR, first aid and district‑approved behavior management techniques may be required. Includes a general understanding of behavior modification techniques; demonstrates the ability to remain calm and follow through with a plan in stressful situations; manage and deescalate angry and aggressive students; and handle a variety of behaviors, including crisis situations.

Valid Alaska driver’s license required

Must have either an AA degree, 48 semester hours, or be willing to take and pass the WorkKeys Exam (support available)

Knowledge Of

Files and record keeping

Personal computers and related software

School‑age children’s behavior

Behavior modification (includes emotionally disturbed)

Ability To

Maintain confidentiality

Provide instructional assistance in assigned areas

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Communicate and coordinate effectively with students, staff, supervisors, and parents.

Operate a personal computer and related software

Maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, and parents. Have an understanding of cultural, family, and disability issues; and be able to adapt techniques as needed.

Compensation This is a permanent, full‑time 9‑month position, working 35 hours per week, with a starting salary of $24.60 per hour. We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plan, and paid time off. Selected hire will be fingerprinted at applicant’s expense and fingerprints forwarded to the Alaska State Troopers and the FBI for a records check.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Education and Training

Industries Medical Practices

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