J.R. McIlvaine Early Childhood Center is currently seeking Paraprofessionals for the 2026-2027 school year to fulfill various needs in the building based on student enrollment, IEP's, programming and instruction. Positions may include Instructional Paraprofessional, Additional Support Paraprofessional, or other specific assignments, as detailed by administration, to support student achievement and well-being. All positions are full-time. This role may be offered on a temporary or permanent basis, depending on departmental needs and the timing of the hire.

QUALIFICATIONS: Individuals who currently hold or are eligible for an Instructional Paraeducator Permit are encouraged to apply.

REQUIREMENTS: To qualify for the permit, you must meet one of the following:

Option 1: 

• Hold a high school diploma or recognized equivalent AND
• Meet testing requirements by either:
  • Earning a qualifying score of 459 on the ParaPro Assessment (1755) (available through August 31, 2026), or
  • Achieving scores of 332 on ParaPathways: Reading and Writing (5758) and 334 on ParaPathways: Mathematics (5759)

Option 2:

• Hold an associate degree or have completed a minimum of 60 semester hours from a regionally accredited institution, with a grade of "C" or better in each course

  (Final approval of accepted credits is determined by the Delaware Department of Education.)

Important: Apply only if you meet at least one of the options listed above and are able to upload supporting documentation with your application.

For information about the ParaPro Assessment or ParaPathways contact:

• Educational Testing Service (ETS): 1-800-772-9476 or visit ETS ParaPro

Please ensure that Delaware Department of Education is designated as a score recipient during test registration using reporting code R7065.

SALARY:  In accordance with the State of Delaware and local salary schedules, based on experience and degree. Benefits package included. 

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Individuals must provide official transcripts, if applicable, updated resume, and three (3) letters of recommendation.
• All persons employed by the Caesar Rodney 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 Caesar Rodney 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.

The Caesar Rodney School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment or educational programs, services or activities based on race, color, gender, religion, national origin, veteran or marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification or genetic information in accordance with state or federal laws.  Inquiries about compliance should be made to the Title IX, District 504 and ADA Compliance Officers:  Paul L. Dunbar Administration Building, 7 Front Street, Wyoming, DE 19934.  Phone (302) 698-4800.