Paraprofessional

Grandview Heights City School District•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Grandview Heights Schools is seeking a Full-Time Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year at the Middle School, working from 8am-3pm. This position contributes to the efficient operation of the building/district program by performing essential job functions and demonstrating knowledge of students’ needs, including educational, physical, sensory, recreational, vocational, speech/language, and social/emotional, as established by a multidisciplinary team. The paraprofessional is expected to attend work regularly, arrive on time and prepared, and be willing to assist in the classroom and other areas as needed. The role requires effective organizational skills, time management, initiative, and flexibility to meet students’ and staff needs. Responsibilities include assuming other duties as assigned by the Director Student Services, the building principal, intervention specialists, and/or classroom teachers, and taking responsibility for continued professional growth to fully support educational programming. The individual must be able to adjust to various locations and work requirements as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Educational Aide certificate, or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire
Pass all FBI & BCI checks
Student-centered focus
Ability to serve as a positive role model for students and staff
Ability to meet physical requirements of the position on a daily basis: Climb steps, Lift up to 40 pounds, Transport children using various equipment, Perform minor health related tasks (diapering, feeding tube, seizure plans)
Demonstrates knowledge of students’ needs, including but not limited to: educational, physical, sensory, recreational, vocational, speech/language, and social/emotional as established by a multidisciplinary team
Attend work on a regular basis and arrives on time and prepared and willing to assist in the classroom and other areas as needed
Demonstrate effective organizational skills, time management, initiative, and flexibility in order to students’ and staff needs
Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth to fully support educational programming
Adjust to various locations and work requirements as needed
Demonstrate knowledge of behavioral and emotional disturbances (for specific area-assigned paraprofessionals)
Interest in and willingness to learn about students with disabilities including but not limited to defiant behavior, Autism, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety (for specific area-assigned paraprofessionals)

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with student arrival and departure as needed
Assist students in readiness for class
Assist with field trips, assemblies, and special functions within the scheduled work day
Supervise activities on the playground and lunchroom for all building students
Monitor and assist assigned students as they travel to designated areas throughout the school as directed by certificated staff or administrators, including but not limited to restrooms, cafeteria, playground and special areas
Assist students in restrooms as needed (supervise washroom breaks, diaper changing, clothing changes, and/or personal hygiene)
Transfer, lift, or position students, as well as assist students in the use of wheelchairs, standers, or other mobility devices
Assist classroom teachers with maintaining inclusive, learner-centered environments
Assist students with life-skills based on the curriculum
Monitor and assist students in using assistive technology devices
Help students implement and self-manage organizational skills
Facilitate appropriate social interactions among students by prompting, modeling, and reinforcing social behaviors in small group or classroom settings
Consult and/or meet with teachers and other staff utilizing appropriate channels by engaging in positive solution-finding steps to resolve areas of concern and to request direction, instruction, or guidance for new or unfamiliar tasks
Provide and communicate information regarding students in a timely manner
Refer questions from families to appropriate personnel
Establish and maintain a positive rapport with students, staff, and families
Model appropriate hygiene, appearance, interaction, and actions
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student and school information
Interact with others in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
Assist other members of the Paraprofessional team as needed
Implement IEP modifications and accommodations as directed by certificated staff
Work with small groups within a class as directed
Function as program or classroom instructional assistant but may be assigned as a one-one instructional assistant
Work one-one with student for assignment completion, testing, projects or other academic needs when directed
Document student behavior in accordance with IEP goals and objectives
Accompany student(s) to class, take notes, and communicate effectively with classroom teachers