Special Education Paraprofessional

Mason City School District
45040 Mason
Full-time
Permanent

Position Type:

Educational Aide/Parapro/Support Staff/Special Education Aide

Date Posted:

5/26/2026

Location:

Linden Grove School

District:

Linden Grove School Additional Information: Show/Hide

Linden Grove School strives to:

  • Identify, nurture, and unleash each child's POTENTIAL
  • Research and implement PROGRESSIVE teaching methods
  • Establish a PARTNERSHIP between staff, parents, the child, and the community
  • RESPECT each child's individualism
  • Provide opportunities for INTERACTION and FRIENDSHIP
  • Build TRUST through compassion, transparency, and consistency
  • REFLECT on our challenges and turn them into opportunities for growth.

Currently hiring Special Education Paraprofessional for grade levels:

Special Education Para Responsibilities include: Early childhood (grades kindergarten through 3rd) & Primary (grades 2nd through 5th)

  • Provide instructional and behavioral support and assistance to classroom teachers and students assigned to a team in a K-8 setting.
  • Supervise students during recess, lunch, and sensory breaks.
  • Record student progress on data sheets, goal sheets, and daily logs to assist the teacher and Behavior Coordinator.
  • Assist with educational classroom needs and student behavior plans.
  • Work collaboratively with a school-based team.

Benefits

  • MedicalEZ ICHRA
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Employer-sponsored
  • Life Insurance
  • Retirement planningIRA
  • Short-Term Disability (Employee Sponsored)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • TWP-Return to Work program
  • Family Medical Leave/Medical Leave
  • Paid time off (Personal and Sick Time): For an entire year, this is equivalent to 10 sick/medical days and 3 personal days.
  • PTO Sharing Program

Additional Benefits added

  • Wellness/Employee Engagement Activities Program
  • Wellness/lactation Room and Staff refreshments are free
  • Partnership with UC (staff and family receive discounted tuition rates on continuing education courses)
  • DE&I Positive
  • Strengths-Based Atmosphere with Family-Centered Orientation
  • Therapy Pet Friendly
  • Professional Development and Training
  • Reverse InclusionBring your child to work opportunities; discounted summer camp rates for staff families.

Education:

* High school diploma or equivalent (required); some college or AA degree desirable.* Valid Ohio Educational Aide Certification

Experience:

  • 1 year of accepted experience working with children with autism or other special needs, 2 years (Preferred)
  • Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Experience with a social-communication classroom TEACCH-style program or a structured-style room for children with autism and/or special needs is preferred.
  • Must have strong verbal & written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with both families & staff.
  • Must be able to work collaboratively and effectively within a team.
  • Must have excellent organizational skills and a positive and energetic attitude.
  • Ability to move around considerably.

Published on 5/30/2026, 2:47 PM