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Washington County School District

Paraprofessional

Hildale, UT · On-site

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Paraprofessional/Assistant Date Posted: 8/20/2026 Location: Water Canyon Elementary K-6 Date Available: After Hiring Process Closing Date: 08/27/26 Status: Part Time, 27.5 hours per week Minimum ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for paraprofessionals in Utah is $15.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.12 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectParaprofessionalsTeacher Assistants
Required credentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationHigh school diploma; often required to complete specific training or certification
Work environmentAssist in classrooms, special education, or support roles within schoolsSupport teachers directly in classroom activities and student supervision
Employer and industry usagePublic and private schools, special education programsPrimarily in K-12 schools, working under teacher supervision

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Paraprofessionals typically need at least a high school diploma or equivalent, but requirements vary by state and employer. Some positions may require additional certifications or training, such as paraeducator certification, but a college degree is not always mandatory to start working in this role.

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Paraprofessionals assist teachers by supporting classroom activities, managing student behavior, and providing individual or small group instruction. They often help with administrative tasks, prepare materials, and may assist students with special needs under supervision. Strong communication skills and familiarity with educational tools are important for this role.

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Part Time Library Paraprofessionals - East Elementary

Iron County School District

Cedar City, UT • On-site

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This job post has expired 3 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Iron County School District rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

96th of 636 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Part-Time Para Professional/Paraprofessional - Instructional Assistant
Date Posted:
8/7/2026
Location:
East Elementary
We want you to join our team! Come work for the Iron County School District in Cedar City, UT and help to make a difference in the lives of students and families in your community!
East Elementary is seeking a Part Time Library Paraprofessional to work 15 hours per week. This position will remain open until filled.
The classroom paraprofessional is under the direction of the school principal, assists classroom teachers in maintaining appropriate classroom activities and environment in order that students may learn effectively. Provides instructional support assistance to students and student groups, and performs a variety of instructional and classroom management supports, as well as related data/clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff in all classrooms or learning environments.
  • Provides instructional support assistance to students and student groups.
  • Participates in the development, maintenance and carrying out of systems for classroom management.
  • Guides students in working and interacting harmoniously with other students.
  • Operates various types of office equipment such as computers, copy machines, etc.
  • Complies with established district policies and procedures.
  • Must have basic computer knowledge, be familiar with Google docs and check email frequently. Must be willing to learn and use all computer systems and software as needed.
  • Regular, reliable, predictable attendance and job performance is required

For more information, please see the full job description at the Link HERE.

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