Paraprofessional-Special Education

Clarke County School District Whitehead Elementary School - Athens, Georgia Open in Google Maps

Job : 5958040
Final date to receive applications: Dec 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Yesterday
Starting Date: Dec 14, 2026

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.

The class will address the growing need for K–2 students with eligibilities such as Autism and SDD, or related developmental needs, who have cognitive and developmental abilities indicating potential to access the Tier 1 curriculum rather than an adapted curriculum model. These students require a structured, small-group instructional model prior to successful participation in full general education collaborative or co-teaching settings.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

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…