PoliticsAugust 21, 2026

paraprofessionals

PAIR-uh-pro-fesh-uh-nulz

Definition

School employees who assist teachers or other professionals in the classroom, such as aides or assistants, who are not licensed as teachers themselves.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'para-' meaning 'beside' or 'alongside' and the word 'professional,' implying someone who works alongside and assists a professional.

In the news

The article mentions that the school board approved salary adjustments for paraprofessionals, recognizing their role alongside teachers and other staff.

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