Juneau School District
Jul 28, 2026
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Self-Contained Special Education Paraeducator (Mendenhall River Community School)
Location: Districtwide (Mendenhall River Community School)
Full Time Position (.9333 FTE)
Position Summary: Works primarily with students who are in special education and enrolled in BEST (Behavioral Education Support Team), DEC-C (Developmental Education Classroom-Communication), DEC (Developmental Educational Classroom), or the Transitions program. Presents material and activities to improve skills in assigned areas, which may include reading, writing, math, computers and/or vocational education. Works individually or in small groups. Records grades and does data collection for other measures of students' progress or behavior.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. A typical way to obtain these would be:
- High School Diploma
- Some prior experience working with school-age children is preferred
- CPR, first aid and district approved behavior management techniques may be required. (includes have a general understanding of behavior modification techniques; demonstrates the ability to remain calm and follow through with a plan in stressful situations; manage and deescalate angry and aggressive students; and handle a variety of behaviors, including crisis situations).
- Valid Alaska driver's license required.
- Must have either an AA degree, or 48 semester hours, or be willing to take and pass the WorkKeys exam (support available).
Knowledge of:
- Files and record keeping.
- Personal computers and related software.
- School age children's behavior.
- Behavior modification (includes emotionally disturbed).
Ability to:
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Provide instructional assistance in assigned areas.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. (Communicate and coordinate effectively with students, staff, supervisors and parents.)
- Operate a personal computer and related software.
- Maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents. (Understand cultural, family and disability issues; and be able to adapt techniques as needed.
Compensation: This is a permanent, full-time 9-month position, working 35 hours per week, with a starting salary of $27.40 per hour. We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plan, and paid time off. This position is represented by the Juneau Education Support Staff (JESS) bargaining agreement.
Selected hire will be fingerprinted at the applicant's expense and fingerprints forwarded to the Alaska State Troopers and the FBI for a records check.
About
About the Juneau School District
Located in Alaska’s beautiful capital, the Juneau School District (JSD) serves roughly 4,000 students in PreK–12 across 14 schools.
Schools & Programs
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Six elementary schools, one middle school, and one standard high school.
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Additional options include an alternative high school, a PreK–8 Montessori School, a K–8 Charter School, a home‐school program (HomeBRIDGE), a residential youth facility, and the Tlingit Culture, Language & Literacy (TCLL) program.
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The alternative high school, Yaaḵoosgé Daakahídi, serves students who benefit from non‐traditional high school settings.
Community & Demographics
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Student body is diverse: roughly 43% White, 24% multi‐ethnic, 13% Alaska Native & American Indian, 10% Asian & Pacific Islander, 10% Hispanic, and about 1% Black.
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Around 23% of students receive Free & Reduced Meals, and 20% receive special education services.
Professional Atmosphere & Development
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The district employs about 600 full-time staff, with roughly 300 certified teachers, making it one of the largest employers in the community.
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JSD offers strong support for professional growth: embedded professional development, Arts‐infused teaching (Artful Teaching), culturally responsive pedagogy, mentoring programs, peer collaboration, and opportunities to engage with local culture and environment in instructional design.
Advantages & Location
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Juneau is both remote and accessible by air or sea, with majestic surroundings including the Tongass National Forest.
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Small-city feel, with strong sense of community. Teachers often engage with local culture, and environment.
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Because of its size and resources, the district can offer a variety of teaching environments—traditional classrooms, Montessori, alternative high school settings, and culturally unique programs like TCLL.