Price Academy Paraprofessional - Instructional

Price Academy Paraprofessional - Instructional

Job : 5629751

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

JOB SUMMARY: Assists in providing a well organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students can learn subject matter and develop skills through the use of small group instruction and computer‑assisted learning.

REPORTS TO: Principal

• Minimum of two years of college is required. Sixty (60) semester hours or ninety (90) quarter hours. College transcript or diploma is required as evidence of education.
• Some experience working with children is desired.
• Experience working with computers and instructional software is required.

• Knowledge of child development.
• Knowledge of the use and operation of computers and instructional software.
• Some knowledge of teaching and instruction methods.
• Ability to type is desired.
• Ability to direct children in small instructional groups.
• Ability to instruct, give directions to and provide guidance to children.
• Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with students, teachers, parents, and school employees.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work under close supervision.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Clerical skills are desired.
• Skills in computer operation.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills.

• Conduct small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher.
• Assist with the supervision of students.
• Assist students with the operation of computers and the use of selected software.
• Check, review, and/or grade student classwork, homework and test; observe and report on students' performance including their progress, weaknesses, special needs, etc.
• Assist with routine classroom record keeping.
• Assist with the preparation of materials for instruction (including copying and duplicating materials, constructing displays and bulletin boards, setting up and operating audio/visual materials/equipment, computers, etc.).
• Observe child behavior and report observations as necessary.
• Assist students with classwork; work with children in need of special attention on an individual basis as needed.
• Monitor student behavior in classroom, cafeteria, playground, etc., as necessary.
• Perform clerical tasks and duties as necessary.
• Perform related duties as required or assigned.

• Salary:
  Grade 111 – Placement on salary schedule based on years of related experience. Up to ten (10) years allowed. The stated salary range reflects the opportunity for 182 day work year; 7.5 hours per day.
• Pay is over the course of the employee’s tenure. The top pay is not a potential starting salary.
• Excellent benefits package: includes health insurance; dental and life insurance; employee assistance program; personal and sick leave; membership in Teachers' Retirement System.

• Complete an online application.
• Submit professional certificates, transcripts, and three (3) professional evaluations and/or reference letters respective to this position.
• Submit a resume and cover letter.
• Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications will be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews.

BIBB COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

The Bibb County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions of the job when such individuals request an accommodation so long as the accommodation does not create an undue financial hardship for the district. A complete list of physical demands associated with the position can be obtained from HR.