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Paraprofessional roles in K-12 schools and special education programs can qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, where your employer files on your behalf. Districts and education agencies that rely on bilingual or specialized paraprofessionals regularly sponsor permanent residency, making this a viable long-term path.
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Paraprofessionals/Special Education
Date Posted:
3/12/2026
Location:
Cedar Lane Elementary School
Date Available:
26-27SY
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Full-Time Paraprofessional - Specialized Programs - RISE - Internal Only - 26-27SY
Cedar Lane Elementary School
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under direction of the Building Principal, the Paraprofessional assists teachers by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well-being. Works individually and in small groups to reinforce instruction, monitor performance, and support learning. This position also performs a variety of instructional and classroom management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff in all classrooms or learning environments.
SALARY RANGE
The salary range for this role can be found in the provided link: Salary Scales
TRAINING
Appoquinimink School District may require you to be trained in Safety-Care or a similar competency-based crisis prevention intervention training program as a condition of your continued employment.
COMPLIANCE - LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / PERMIT
Failure to meet or maintain any of the licensing or certification Minimum Qualifications listed further below in this job posting may result in the withdrawal of the job offer prior to employment or termination of employment if already hired. The district reserves the right to assess compliance at any time. If deficiencies are identified, employees may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. Additionally, any misrepresentation or failure to disclose relevant information during the hiring process may be considered grounds for immediate rescission of the offer or termination.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed in relation to the position. This is not a comprehensive listing of all the responsibilities or tasks; other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate:
- Assists in providing a safe and encouraging learning environment to meet the students' needs, interests, and abilities.
- Demonstrates professionalism, maintain confidentiality, accept constructive feedback and maintain an atmosphere that promotes student learning.
- Supports the classroom teacher in instruction by engaging in planning, following plans outlined by the teacher, and working with individual students/small groups.
- Supports the classroom teacher in assessment by monitoring independent work, collecting academic/behavioral data, and assisting in keeping accurate/current record of student progress.
- Supports the classroom teacher in organization by performing clerical duties, assisting in gathering/developing instructional materials, and maintaining an organized work environment.
- Demonstrates characteristics of an effective team member by engaging in problem solving, and exhibiting flexibility, and cooperation.
- Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
- Works continuously toward self-improvement through the active pursuit of professional development activities.
- Implements School Board and school-based policies and procedures in order to uphold school regulations.
- Assumes other responsibilities and perform other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Director of Educational Resources/Executive Director of Teaching and Learning
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Below are the qualifications for this position:
- High School diploma and passing ParaPro scores or a minimum of 60 college credits.
- State of Delaware Paraeducator Permit required.
- Ability to work cooperatively with teachers, students, administrators, and parents.
- Experience in working with students of varying abilities.
- Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills.
- Knowledge of IDEA, 504 and IEP's.
- Criminal background check and Tuberculin testing.
Physical Requirements
The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this position:
This position may require frequent bending, walking, running, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required. Additional demands may require moving wheelchairs, assisting with toileting, feeding and other daily living activities. Assist with self-care plans such as toileting, feeding, personal hygiene, dressing and other daily living activities; physically assist students to engage in activities such as walking or eating, able to kneel and work on the floor with students, able to walk for long periods. Assistance with physically aggressive behaviors required.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
- All persons employed by the Appoquinimink School District are required to submit a criminal background check and a tuberculosis test.
- Anyone offered employment is required to provide the following: proper identification (Social Security Card and Driver's License), documentation of eligibility for employment in the U.S.A., completion of I-9 form, and completion of paperwork for the Delaware Child Protection Registry.
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS DISCLOSURE
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Appoquinimink School District is required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Qualified employees must have the requisite skills, experience, education, and licenses for the job, and must also be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
NONDISCRIMINATION DISCLOSURE
The Appoquinimink School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its educational programs, services, and activities for all students and employees. The Appoquinimink School District does not discriminate or retaliate in the hiring, training, assignment, promotion/transfer of employees on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, domicile, marital status, handicap, or any other characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
EVALUATION
Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions set forth in the negotiated contract between the Appoquinimink School District Board of Education and the Appoquinimink Educational Support Professionals Association, Affiliate of DSEA/NEA.
APPLICATION PROCESS
- Visit us at https://www.applitrack.com/apposchooldistrict/onlineapp/
- Locate job of interest
- Select apply
- Create a username and password to complete the application. Please keep track of this information so that you will be able to log in and edit or review any applications you submit.
Position Type:
Paraprofessionals/Special Education
Date Posted:
3/12/2026
Location:
Cedar Lane Elementary School
Date Available:
26-27SY
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Full-Time Paraprofessional - Specialized Programs - RISE - Internal Only - 26-27SY
Cedar Lane Elementary School
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under direction of the Building Principal, the Paraprofessional assists teachers by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well-being. Works individually and in small groups to reinforce instruction, monitor performance, and support learning. This position also performs a variety of instructional and classroom management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff in all classrooms or learning environments.
SALARY RANGE
The salary range for this role can be found in the provided link: Salary Scales
TRAINING
Appoquinimink School District may require you to be trained in Safety-Care or a similar competency-based crisis prevention intervention training program as a condition of your continued employment.
COMPLIANCE - LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / PERMIT
Failure to meet or maintain any of the licensing or certification Minimum Qualifications listed further below in this job posting may result in the withdrawal of the job offer prior to employment or termination of employment if already hired. The district reserves the right to assess compliance at any time. If deficiencies are identified, employees may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. Additionally, any misrepresentation or failure to disclose relevant information during the hiring process may be considered grounds for immediate rescission of the offer or termination.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed in relation to the position. This is not a comprehensive listing of all the responsibilities or tasks; other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate:
- Assists in providing a safe and encouraging learning environment to meet the students' needs, interests, and abilities.
- Demonstrates professionalism, maintain confidentiality, accept constructive feedback and maintain an atmosphere that promotes student learning.
- Supports the classroom teacher in instruction by engaging in planning, following plans outlined by the teacher, and working with individual students/small groups.
- Supports the classroom teacher in assessment by monitoring independent work, collecting academic/behavioral data, and assisting in keeping accurate/current record of student progress.
- Supports the classroom teacher in organization by performing clerical duties, assisting in gathering/developing instructional materials, and maintaining an organized work environment.
- Demonstrates characteristics of an effective team member by engaging in problem solving, and exhibiting flexibility, and cooperation.
- Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
- Works continuously toward self-improvement through the active pursuit of professional development activities.
- Implements School Board and school-based policies and procedures in order to uphold school regulations.
- Assumes other responsibilities and perform other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Director of Educational Resources/Executive Director of Teaching and Learning
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Below are the qualifications for this position:
- High School diploma and passing ParaPro scores or a minimum of 60 college credits.
- State of Delaware Paraeducator Permit required.
- Ability to work cooperatively with teachers, students, administrators, and parents.
- Experience in working with students of varying abilities.
- Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills.
- Knowledge of IDEA, 504 and IEP's.
- Criminal background check and Tuberculin testing.
Physical Requirements
The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this position:
This position may require frequent bending, walking, running, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required. Additional demands may require moving wheelchairs, assisting with toileting, feeding and other daily living activities. Assist with self-care plans such as toileting, feeding, personal hygiene, dressing and other daily living activities; physically assist students to engage in activities such as walking or eating, able to kneel and work on the floor with students, able to walk for long periods. Assistance with physically aggressive behaviors required.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
- All persons employed by the Appoquinimink School District are required to submit a criminal background check and a tuberculosis test.
- Anyone offered employment is required to provide the following: proper identification (Social Security Card and Driver's License), documentation of eligibility for employment in the U.S.A., completion of I-9 form, and completion of paperwork for the Delaware Child Protection Registry.
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS DISCLOSURE
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Appoquinimink School District is required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Qualified employees must have the requisite skills, experience, education, and licenses for the job, and must also be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
NONDISCRIMINATION DISCLOSURE
The Appoquinimink School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its educational programs, services, and activities for all students and employees. The Appoquinimink School District does not discriminate or retaliate in the hiring, training, assignment, promotion/transfer of employees on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, domicile, marital status, handicap, or any other characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
EVALUATION
Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions set forth in the negotiated contract between the Appoquinimink School District Board of Education and the Appoquinimink Educational Support Professionals Association, Affiliate of DSEA/NEA.
APPLICATION PROCESS
- Visit us at https://www.applitrack.com/apposchooldistrict/onlineapp/
- Locate job of interest
- Select apply
- Create a username and password to complete the application. Please keep track of this information so that you will be able to log in and edit or review any applications you submit.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Paraprofessional
Document your specialized instructional support credentials
PERM requires your employer to show your qualifications match the job's minimum requirements. Gather transcripts, paraprofessional certificates, and any No Child Left Behind compliance documentation before applications begin, since credential gaps can delay labor certification.
Target school districts with established PERM histories
Public school districts, charter networks, and special education cooperatives are among the most consistent EB-3 sponsors for paraprofessionals. Search OFLC PERM disclosure data to confirm which districts have filed on behalf of instructional aides in your target state.
Understand how EB-3 differs from a temporary work visa
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery and no annual cap anxiety for most countries. The tradeoff is a longer timeline, often two to four years, covering PERM recruitment, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status.
Verify the prevailing wage for your paraprofessional role
Before accepting an offer, use the OFLC Wage Search to check the DOL prevailing wage for your exact job zone and county. Your employer must pay at least that rate throughout the PERM process, and discrepancies can trigger denials or audits.
Search for green card sponsoring roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by paraprofessional job titles and EB-3 sponsorship to surface employers who have active PERM filings. Migrate Mate aggregates DOL disclosure data so you can identify sponsoring school districts without manually downloading raw government files.
Clarify sponsorship intent before the offer stage
Ask hiring managers directly whether the district has PERM experience for instructional support staff, not just teachers. Districts that sponsor teachers often treat paraprofessional sponsorship as a separate, unfamiliar process, so confirming this early saves you from a dead end after months of interviews.
Green Card Paraprofessional: Frequently Asked Questions
Do paraprofessional roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most paraprofessional positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires a high school diploma, some college credit, or a paraprofessional certification rather than an advanced degree. EB-2 applies to candidates with a master's degree or higher paired with a qualifying offer, but that's uncommon for instructional aide classifications. Your employer's attorney will determine the correct category based on the job description filed with DOL.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a paraprofessional?
H-1B requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, which most paraprofessional positions do not meet since a bachelor's degree is not typically the minimum requirement. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no lottery, no annual cap at the preference level for most nationalities, and leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status. The tradeoff is a longer process, typically two to four years from PERM filing through adjustment of status approval.
Which employers commonly sponsor paraprofessionals for a green card?
Public school districts, special education cooperatives, and charter networks with high demand for bilingual or specialized instructional support staff are the most active EB-3 sponsors for paraprofessionals. Districts that face persistent shortages in roles serving English language learners or students with disabilities are particularly motivated to sponsor. Use Migrate Mate to identify specific districts with active or recent PERM filings for paraprofessional and instructional aide job titles.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from a paraprofessional candidate?
Your employer files the PERM application with DOL to demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role at the prevailing wage. You need to meet the minimum requirements stated in the job description at the time of filing, which typically means providing proof of your paraprofessional certificate, transcripts, and any required state credentials. USCIS then adjudicates the I-140 petition after DOL certifies the application.
Can a paraprofessional switch employers during the green card process?
Switching employers during PERM labor certification restarts the process, since PERM is tied to a specific employer's job offer. Once your I-140 is approved and you have a priority date, AC21 portability rules may allow you to change to a same or similar occupation after 180 days in adjustment of status, without losing your place in line. Consult an immigration attorney before making any job change once your I-140 is pending or approved.