HQ Classroom Assistant​/Lunch Cross-categorical*Po

HQ Classroom Assistant (189 Days / 6.5 hrs, .5 Lunch, 7:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.)

Mentor Public Schools, Fairfax – Mentor, Ohio

Salary Range: $17.04 – $22.71 (8 Steps)

• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must be proficient in reading and math.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to assist classroom teacher with instructional activities, clerical work, and supervise one or small groups of children.
• Occasionally required to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with students, parents, administration, and other staff members.
• Must meet Highly Qualified Classroom Assistant requirements.

Highly Qualified candidates meet one of the following criteria:

1. An associate degree (or higher) from an accredited institution of higher education, or at least two years of study at an accredited institution of higher education (48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours). Applicants must submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university.

2. Successful completion of the Para Pro Assessment prescribed by the Ohio Department of Education. Candidates must request that their scores be reported directly to the Ohio Department of Education by the Educational Testing Service.

Applicants requiring the Para Pro Assessment will take the test in Mentor at the Mentor Schools Board of Education building after being hired as a full‑time employee. A two‑hour block will be scheduled at the board office.

The Para Pro assessment fee of $20.00 will be added to the Ohio Educational Aide permit. This is a condition of employment.

Education: High School Diploma

All applicants must apply online at .

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please inform us of any special needs you have so that we may make it possible for you to participate in the application process. Mentor Schools Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, handicap, disability or national origin in the education programs and activities it operates.