Special Education Paraprofessional; Categoricial

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Job Function:
Certified Support Staff

Provides assistance with classroom organization, management, and presentation/development of classroom instruction. Works under general supervision of the instructional staff.

• Assists the teacher in the preparation of educational materials for students.
• Works individually with students and/or in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives.
• Assists with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and grading quizzes as assigned.
• Participates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties.
• Assists with preparing and maintaining bulletin boards and other learning centers areas for instruction.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Must pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment with a minimum score of 250 within 1 year from Date of Hire in lieu of the GACE, two (2) years (60 semester hours) of college coursework above the remedial level with a grade of "C" or better at a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution is acceptable

Must be able to obtain Georgia PSC Paraprofessional Certificate within 1 year from Date of Hire;

• 0 – 1 year experience required
• Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred

• Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with students and adults
• Excellent organizational skills and flexibility
• If working as a Paraprofessional in the Dual Immersion program, should exhibit proficiency in spoken and written language of instruction
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately
• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information

• 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
• Requires ability to move and control an adult-sized wheelchair
• Typically sitting, standing, walking

It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone .TTY

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