Paraprofessional - PreK

Paraprofessional
- PreK

Clarke County School District Early Learning
- Athens, Georgia

Job : 5843812

Final date to receive applications: Aug 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Paraprofessional, Pre-K

DIVISION: Assigned Location

GRADE: NT05

DEPARTMENT: Assigned Location

WORK DAY: 190

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt

JOB CLASS: 4340

GROUP: Classified

This position supports a well-organized and effective learning environment for Pre-K students, enabling them to fully benefit from instructional programs and resources. Paraprofessionals are versatile, working in classrooms, offices, and media centers, and they may assist students either individually or in groups. Their roles are tailored to meet the dynamic needs of classroom teachers and ensure that each student has the support necessary to thrive in their early educational experiences.

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 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)
• Certification/License: Paraprofessional license OR have passed the paraprofessional assessment
• Maintains all licenses and certifications
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint
• Background Clearance

• Operating standard office equipment and pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; adhering to safety practices and procedures; administering first aid and/or prescribed medications; applying physical restraint practices; promoting activities and/or events.
• Basic math including fractions, percentages, and ratios; reading manuals, writing documents in prescribed formats, and presenting information; understanding complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge 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.
• Scheduling activities; gathering and collating data; using job-related equipment; working with a wide diversity of individuals; problem solving to identify issues and create action plans; 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 handling frequent interruptions.

• Administers achievement and diagnostics tests as directed by the teacher (math and reading tests, etc.) to support teachers 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.) to reinforce learning concepts and academic goals.
• Implements independent study, enrichment work, remedial work, and daily physical cleanliness (toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, hair brushing, self-feeding, etc.) to reinforce learning concepts.
• Maintains classroom equipment, work area supplies, and learning aids (computers, drawing materials, etc.) to ensure availability of items and a safe learning environment.
• Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (classroom, playground, field trips, library, lunchroom restrooms, bus loading/unloading, etc.) to provide a safe and positive learning environment.
• Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, safety conditions, etc.) to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.
• Responds to emergency situations (injured student, fights, etc.) to resolve immediate safety concerns and/or direct to appropriate personnel.
• Supports classroom teachers (storytelling, reading, drill work, special one-on-one work, assisting in the lunchroom, adaptive P.E routines, etc.) to assist teachers in implementing appropriate behavior, curriculum, and teaching methodologies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Requires about 10% sitting, 40% walking, and 50% standing. Supports moderate lifting. Environmental requirements and mental requirements are standard for classroom settings.

The policy of Clarke County School District is not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, religion, disability or any other legally…