Special Education Paraprofessional

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

• Position Type:
  PARAPROFESSIONAL/AIDE/ PARAPROFESSIONAL
• Date Posted:
  10/19/2026

The Paraprofessional provides in-person and virtual instruction, organization, and behavioral support to teachers and students to promote academic achievement, student engagement, and a positive learning environment. Assists with classroom instruction, student supervision, individualized support, assessment activities, and the implementation of academic and behavioral interventions.

• Associate's degree or two years of college coursework (60 semester hours or more) earned at an accredited institution
• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED and passing scores on the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment Test

OR

• Must hold or be eligible for a paraprofessional certi?cate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission

• 2 years of experience preferred; work experience gained through education and certification/license requirements.
• Experience in K–12 education or public sector preferred

• Provides instructional support to teachers by assisting with classroom management, lesson implementation, small-group and individualized instruction, academic interventions, enrichment activities, and the preparation of instructional materials
• Supports student learning and development by monitoring academic progress, reinforcing instructional concepts, promoting positive behavior, implementing social-emotional learning practices, and encouraging student independence and engagement
• Assists in creating inclusive learning environments by supporting the needs of diverse learners, including students with disabilities and multilingual learners, in accordance with individualized learning plans and established support strategies
• Supervises students in classrooms and other school settings to maintain a safe, orderly, and positive learning environment while supporting student transitions and implementing behavior intervention and de-escalation strategies as needed
• Utilizes technology and instructional resources to support teaching and learning, assists with assessments and student recordkeeping, and supports district, state, and School-Based testing activities in accordance with established procedures
• Collaborates with teachers, administrators, families, and support staff to communicate student needs, support attendance and engagement initiatives, and contribute to student success and well-being
• Participates in professional learning, staff meetings, and required training while maintaining con?dentiality, demonstrating professionalism, and ful?lling assigned responsibilities with regular and reliable attendance
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in person and be available to work on-site during regular business hours and as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or their representative

• Knowledge of child and adolescent development, instructional practices, behavior management strategies, and social-emotional learning principles that support student success
• Ability to support diverse learners, including students with disabilities, multilingual learners, and students requiring academic or behavioral interventions through differentiated instructional strategies
• Proficiency in the use of technology, educational software, and digital learning tools to support instruction, communication, and student engagement
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community stakeholders
• Knowledge of school safety procedures,…