Begindergarten Paraprofessional Julie Billiart School

# Begindergarten Paraprofessional  
* 2026-27 School Year:
Julie Billiart School Full Time Julie Billiart School - Brecksville Campus Brecksville, OHBegindergarten Paraprofessional
** Julie Billiart Schools*
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* Employment Type:

** Full-Time, Non-Exempt  
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* Reports To:

** Chief Strategy Officer  
** Salary:** $29,250 annually  
** Direct Reports:
** None## About Julie Billiart Schools Julie Billiart Schools is a network of schools serving children in grades K–8 with special learning challenges. Campuses are located in Lyndhurst, Akron, Brecksville, and Westlake, offering unique learning environments for students with autism, ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, and social learning challenges.

Julie Billiart Schools are Catholic, non-public schools that respect diverse faith traditions.## Position Summary The Begindergarten Paraprofessional supports the teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and effective learning environment for young students.

This position assists with classroom activities, helps implement instructional plans, and provides individual and group support to ensure that students remain engaged, supported, and successful academically and socially.## Essential Responsibilities### Classroom Support
* Assist the classroom teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and classroom activities.
* Support students in their learning through one-on-one and small-group instruction.
* Help manage classroom behavior by reinforcing positive behavior and redirecting disruptive behavior.
* Supervise students during classroom activities, including arts, social activities, and learning centers.### Student Assistance
* Provide individualized support to students who need additional assistance with reading, writing, learning tools, or other classroom tasks.
* Help students develop social and emotional skills, including conflict resolution and collaboration with peers.
* Monitor student progress and report concerns to the teacher, including behavioral, academic, or personal issues.### Classroom Organization & Materials
* Prepare and organize classroom materials, supplies, and teaching aids.
* Maintain a clean, organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
* Assist with setting up learning centers, educational games, and other activities.### Supervision
* Supervise students during lunch, recess, and other non-classroom activities while ensuring their safety and well-being.
* Assist with classroom transitions and ensure students move between activities and areas smoothly and safely.### Assessment & Documentation
* Assist the teacher in observing and documenting student behavior, work habits, and academic progress.
* Participate in meetings to discuss student progress and develop strategies for supporting individual learning needs.### Communication
* Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
* Maintain open communication with the teacher regarding student performance and observed needs or concerns.## Qualifications & Experience### Education & Work Experience
* Associate degree or higher and/or successful completion of the Para Pro exam.
* Some college coursework in education or a related field preferred.
* Experience working with young children, particularly in an educational setting, preferred.###

Required Qualifications & Skills
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* Strong communication and interpe *## Range
29,250 — 30000