Paraprofessional – Preschool – Special Education

Internal applicants have until Tuesday, September 1, 2026 to apply.

Assist teachers, counselors and administrators in providing educational services to students with special needs. Work will involve assisting students with remedial, enrichment and/or independent living activities as well as supporting instructional and educational goals.

Minimum of 7.0 hours/day, 5 days/week, 195 days/year

Elementary School Parapro Day: 8:15AM – 3:45 PM, Monday – Friday

2 years of college coursework

OR an Associate’s Degree or higher

OR high school diploma with the passage of the Para Pro Assessment prior to employment

One year of related successful work experience

Strong interpersonal skills

Experience in operating basic office equipment, such as copiers

Ability to lift equipment, supplies and/or children weighing at least forty (40) pounds

Physical ability to perform all of the essential functions of the job.

An active Educational Aide Permit (1-Year or 4-Year) or a teaching license issued by the Ohio Department of Education

Experience working with students with special needs

$17.47/hour (non-degreed); $19.74/hour (2-year degree); $21.50 (Teaching Certificate)

Hiring Managers:
Erin Hanna, Coordinator of Student Development, and LaChaunne Perry, Principal

HR Staff:
Sean

E. Patton, Chief of Human Resources and Operations

Charlene Lightfoot, Confidential Administrative Assistant – Human Resources