Paraprofessional Adaptive Special Education; SY

Paraprofessional Adaptive Special Education (26-27 SY)

Clarke County School District, Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School, Athens, Georgia.

Job : 5743516

Final date to receive applications: Jun 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: May 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 28, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $29,560.70 to $40,390.10 Per Year

Paraprofessional - Special Education

DIVISION: Assigned Location

GRADE: 5

DEPARTMENT: Assigned School

WORK DAY: 190

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt

JOB CLASS: 4362

GROUP: Classified

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of a Special Education Paraprofessional is essential for creating a structured and effective learning environment for special education students from Pre‑K through K12. Paraprofessionals support the delivery of specialized instructional programs and help students utilize available resources to enhance their learning experience. Depending on the needs of the classroom and teachers, they may work in various settings including classrooms, offices, and media centers, and they might assist students individually or in groups.

This position adapts to diverse educational needs, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive in their educational journey.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE

• Paraprofessional license OR have passed the paraprofessional assessment
• Maintains all licenses and certifications
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint
• Background Clearance

WORK EXPERIENCE

• At least 21 years of age (Individuals who have a minimum credit hours and hold an Associate Degree or higher teaching credential do not have to meet the minimum 21 years of age requirement)

Skills-based Competencies

Required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; adhering to safety practices and procedures; administer first aid and/or prescribed medications; applying physical restraint practices;

and promoting activities and/or events.

Knowledge-based Competencies

Required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; stages of child development and learning styles;

age appropriate activities/behaviors; classroom instructional media and technology; cultural differences of student population; health standards and hazards; job-related codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; methods of instruction and training; operation of office equipment and technology; school safety and security practices.

Ability-based Competencies

Required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.

Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with persons of diverse backgrounds; working extended hours and working with frequent interruptions.

• Administers achievement and diagnostics tests as directed by the teacher (math and reading tests, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in the instructional process.
• Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments and training for accomplishing daily tasks (listening to students read, providing writing assistance, help with computer learning programs, toilet training, etc.) for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts while assisting students in reaching academic goals, grade level standards, appropriate social skills.
• Implements independent study, enrichment work, remedial work, and daily physical cleanliness (toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, hair brushing, self-feeding, etc.) for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Maintains classroom equipment, work area…