id='p36770_40195'>Substitute Instructional Paraprofessional 2026-2027 JobID: 36770
Position Type:
Substitute/Paraeducator
Date Posted:
8/14/2026
Location:
Laurel Administrative Office
Date Available:
08/24/2026
Closing Date:
Open until filled
District:
Laurel School District Additional Information: Show/Hide
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required; college level coursework preferred.
- Applicant must demonstrate a level of knowledge and/or experience appropriate to the position.
- Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups of students, staff, parents, and community members in a professional manner.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions with limited supervision.
- Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in a school environment.
- Ability to effectively delivery lesson plan(s) while maintaining classroom management.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English (read, write, speak). Bi-lingual substitute candidates desired.
- Ability to demonstrate the following core values: integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to teamwork and passion for student centered environment.
- Ability to perform the following actions with full range of motion and manual dexterity: bending, moderate lifting, twisting, carrying and moving objects, and reaching.
- Punctuality and dependability are essential functions of the job.
- Favorable criminal background check (CBC) for the candidate(s) offered employment required. CBC fee to be paid by the applicant.
- Favorable child protection registry check for the candidate(s) offered employment required. There is a $14.00 fee that is paid by the applicant.
- Tuberculin test required. There is a fee that is paid by the applicant.
- Participation in direct deposit required.
Rates:
As per State compensation guidelines: Instructional Para $19.56 per hour.
Application Procedure:
District Application to be submitted on (www.joindelawareschools.org)
Criminal Background Check required
Child Protection Registry required
Tuberculin test results required
Completion of the payroll packet required
CLOSING DATE: Position will remain open throughout the school year