Special Education Paraprofessional

Fulton Schools • Atlanta, GA

21h

About The Position

Paraprofessionals may serve in a classroom or media center. The position provides assistance to students and staff according to the duties associated with the individual’s assignment. The role supports teachers and students with instructional materials, learning objectives, classroom routines, and other assigned activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must pass the GACE para assessment, or qualify in lieu of the assessment by having 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours with grades of C or better, or by holding an associate degree or higher from a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution.
• Must be able to obtain a Georgia PSC Paraprofessional Certificate.
• 0–1 year of experience required.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with students and adults.
• Excellent organizational skills and flexibility.
• If working as a Paraprofessional in the Dual Immersion program, should exhibit proficiency in the spoken and written language of instruction.
• Ability to lift and carry 30–50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds.
• May require lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, or crouching.
• Ability to move and control an adult-sized wheelchair.

Nice To Haves

• Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing educational materials for students.
• Work individually with students and/or in small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assist with daily routines, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and grading quizzes as assigned.
• Participate in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining bulletin boards and other learning-center areas for instruction.
• Participate in required additional training related to the Dual Immersion Model, if applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED