Lincoln Public Schools NESJDLC Special Education Dept - Lincoln, Nebraska
Job ID:5869834
Application Deadline:Aug 17, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:Yesterday
Starting Date:Immediately
Location: Special Education Department/Independence Academy Sites
Job Description: Special Education Para III
THIS POSITION IS FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
This position will support students in the Independence Academy program, the LPS program for students 18-21 years old. This position will assist students with a spectrum of special needs (including behavioral). Responsibilities may include providing individual support and/or working with small groups. The ideal candidate is flexible, able to take initiative, able to follow directions and instructional plans, be a team player, and attend all required training days. Attendance and adaptability are key strengths for this role.
This paraeducator will be assigned to an Independence Academy site and should have the flexibility to travel to all Independence Academy sites within the district. Independence Academy site location may change periodically based upon need.
Work schedule is 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, lunch with students.
2026-2027 Salary is $21.30/hour
This position is subject to veterans preference.
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Position Type:Full-Time
Salary:$21.30 to $21.30 Per Hour
Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Individual Aide
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Special Education > Special Education Assistant
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