NOLA Public Schools·New Orleans, Louisiana
The Paraprofessional assists the teacher in implementing lesson plans and provides support to students in the classroom. They monitor student behavior and ensure a safe and inclusive environment.
The vision of the NOLA Public Schools is that every student receives a high-quality education that fosters their individual capabilities, while ensuring that they thrive, achieve physical and mental wellness, and are prepared for civic, social, and economic success.
The Paraprofessional is a school-based position that focuses on the development and academic success of students. This position assists in the implementation of instructional programs and works alongside a teacher to provide support and assistance in the classroom.
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\n $28,500 - $37,800 a year \n
Our salary offers reflect a commitment to equity and transparency. Each offer is determined by education, years of experience, and alignment with compensation across similar roles within the district.
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) part of the workday;
Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 30 pounds rarely;
Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals) rarely;
Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely;
Normal setting for this job is an office/school setting.
The employee will be evaluated based on the above position using either two methods: via COMPASS/LEADS or a NOLA-PS evaluating instrument. If the employee holds an Educational Leadership certification, he/she will be evaluated via COMPASS/LEADS to ensure renewal of certification.
NOLA Public Schools is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
Candidates must pass the ETS para-pro assessment, have two years of full-time study, or obtain an associate's degree or higher. Previous educational experience and excellent communication skills are preferred.
Market context
In Louisiana, teaching assistant roles often draw steady interest because schools and early childhood programs value candidates who can support classroom routines and child development. Competition is usually strongest for applicants with a CDA, early childhood coursework, or prior Head Start or preschool experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credential status and highlight any hands-on classroom experience in your application.
