Job Description

Position: Paraprofessional: Educational Support

Location: Mispillion Elementary School

Reports To: Principal/Assistant Principal

Starting Date: September 2026

Application Deadline: August 21, 2026 or Until Filled

Note: All staff are hired by Milford School District rather than in a specific building. Final placement is subject to change based on district staffing needs.

of the Program: The Educational Support Paraprofessional provides instructional and student support across a variety of grade levels, classrooms, and educational settings based on the needs of the building and students. Working under the direction of a teacher or specialist, this position supports individual students, small groups, and whole-class instruction. The paraprofessional provides support to diverse learners, students requiring additional literacy instruction, students requiring academic intervention, and students receiving special education services. Responsibilities may include reinforcing academic skills, implementing teacher-directed instructional strategies, providing accommodations and modifications, monitoring student progress, collecting instructional data, supporting student behavior and classroom routines, and helping maintain a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment. Flexibility, collaboration, professionalism, and the ability to respond to the diverse needs of students are essential to this position.

Qualifications

• Eligible for Delaware Paraprofessional Certification through one of the following:
  • High School Diploma plus passing the Paraprofessional Assessment, or
  • Completion of at least two years (60 credits) at an institution of higher learning, or
  • Associate's degree or higher

Performance Responsibilities This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or ability associated with this role but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.

• Serve as a school-wide paraprofessional, providing instructional and student support across grade levels, classrooms, and educational settings as assigned.
• Provide flexible support throughout the school day based on the instructional, academic, behavioral, and student support needs of the building.
• Assist with instruction and instructional activities for individual students, small groups, and whole-class instruction.
• Reinforce reading, writing, language, communication, and other academic skills using teacher-directed instructional strategies.
• Support diverse learners through teacher-directed activities that reinforce language development, literacy, and academic skills.
• Provide instructional support to students who require intervention or additional academic assistance.
• Support students needing intervention and/or receiving special education services under the direction of the classroom teacher, special education teacher, or appropriate specialist.
• Assist with the implementation of accommodations and modifications identified for students under the direction of the teacher or specialist.
• Adapt instructional activities, materials, and supports as directed to meet individual student learning needs.
• Reinforce and implement teacher or specialist-directed instructional strategies, interventions, and supports.
• Monitor and record student progress and collect instructional data to assist teachers and specialists in evaluating student growth.
• Adjust instructional support in response to student abilities, developmental levels, language needs, and instructional goals.
• Reinforce appropriate behaviors and respond to student behavioral needs with professionalism, consistency, and respect.
• Monitor student activities and behavior to help ensure a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment.
• Assist students with classroom routines, organization, transitions, and other school-related activities as needed.
• Provide support that promotes student independence, participation, and access to meaningful learning opportunities.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and educational records.
• Establish and maintain positive, cooperative relationships with students, teachers, specialists, administrators, and families.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists to communicate observations, student needs, progress, and concerns.
• Participate in professional learning related to instructional practices, academic development, intervention strategies, accommodations, modifications, and student support.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to support students and building needs throughout the school day.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment: Ten-month (10) full-time employee.

Salary: Salary schedule is based on experience and degree and can be found on the district website:https://www.milfordschooldistrict.org/our-district/departments/human-resources/benefits-and-compensation

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually according to the Board's policy on professional personnel evaluation.

Application Process: Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: www.milfordschooldistrict.org

External applicants (including substitutes) must follow the application process. All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: www.milfordschooldistrict.orgOnly completed application packets will be considered. The following items must be included:

• Resume
• Copy of unofficial transcripts, if applicable
• Three separate letters of recommendation

Contact:

Director of Human Resources

906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963

Phone: 302-424-6393

Employment Contingent Upon Successful:

• Criminal Background Check
• Child Protection Registry Check
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Milford School District Board of Education Approval

Milford School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation.

Milford School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law. If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963, telephone 302-422-1600.