Special Education Paraprofessional - Vacancy ID: 263987

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in students' lives as they prepare for the future? The Darlington Community School District is seeking a full-time High School Special Education Paraprofessional to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. This rewarding position supports students in grades 9 through 12 across general education classrooms, resource rooms, and specialized special education settings. 

At Darlington, we are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive environment where all learners—and all team members—can grow, thrive, and succeed together. We’re looking for an ideal candidate who will demonstrate:

• a strong commitment to the mission and vision of Darlington Community Schools

• the ability to take direction and follow established procedures, policies, and protocols

• flexibility, resilience, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

• positive and effective communication with students, staff, families, and other stakeholders

• successful experience supporting students with a range of academic, behavioral, communication, and functional needs—including those who are nonverbal or have limited verbal abilities

• comfort assisting students in both general and special education classrooms, including small group instruction, educational games, literacy activities, testing, special projects, and discussions—all under the direction of certified teachers or service providers

• a readiness to facilitate accommodations and modifications, and to support access to specialized services such as physical/occupational therapy, speech/language therapy, and adapted physical education

• the ability to assist with daily routines such as recess, lunch, and transitions, as well as specialized transportation if needed

• willingness to provide personal and medical care for students with additional needs (training provided), including G-tube feeding, toileting, diapering, and continuous health monitoring

• a high level of professionalism, ethical behavior, and confidentiality, and 

• flexibility in accepting other instructional-related duties as assigned

Why Join Us?
At Darlington Community Schools, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values your dedication and contributions. You’ll engage in meaningful work that has a direct impact on student growth and success. Our staff benefit from on-the-job training, opportunities for professional development, and a positive school culture rooted in community, compassion, and student-centered values. If you're enthusiastic about education and eager to make a difference, we welcome your application.

The Darlington Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of: color, sex, race, religion, national origin (including limited-English proficiency), ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability.