Special Education Paraprofessional
About the Employer
Paraprofessional, Special Education (436a, 436c, 453, 436d) [181]
Job Title
Position Title: Paraprofessional, Special Education
Job Code
Job Code: 436a(sped general funds), 436c(sped fed/grant), 453(snpk), 436d (1:1)
Division
Division: Academic, Support & Specialized Services
Salary Schedule
Salary Schedule: Paraprofessional
Department
Department: Special Education
Workdays
Workdays: 181 days per year
Reports To
Reports to: Principal
Pay Grade
Pay Grade: NH0 (4, 5, 6, 7 or 8)
FLSA Status
FLSA: Non-exempt
Pay Frequency
Pay frequency: Monthly
Primary Function
Primary function: Assists the classroom teacher with students to complete educational activities as directed.
Revision Date(s)
Revision date(s): August 24, July 25
Requirements
Education Level
Hold an Associate’s degree or higher in any subject from a GACSC-accepted accredited institution; or have completed 2 years (60 semester hours) of college coursework above the remedial level at a GACSC-accepted accredited institution with a grade of “C” or better; or hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have passed the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.
Certification/License Required
Must maintain Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate which includes in-service training related to position.
Experience
None required.
Physical Activities
Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities; ability to lift a student up to a weight of 60 pounds without assistance; ability to perform a two-person lift for students over 60 pounds.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Written and oral communication.
Essential Duties
Demonstrates Prompt and Regular Attendance
Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
Exhibits Professionalism
Exhibits professionalism in all job-related situations; follows professional ethics in all work-related activities; presents a personal appearance which enhances the image of the school.
Follows Policies and Procedures
Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures.
Assists Classroom Teacher
Assist the classroom teacher in the preparation and implementation of class activities.
Maintains Record Keeping Process
Assist classroom teacher with the record keeping process and data collection.
Participates in School Functions
Participate in school functions, field trips, and extracurricular activities as indicated.
Participates in In-Service Training
Participate in on-going in-service training.
Assists with Hall Duty and Bus Loading/Unloading
Assist with hall duty and bus loading and unloading as directed.
Assumes Lead Role with Substitute Teacher
Assumes a lead role with the substitute teacher when the classroom teacher is absent.
Assists with Medical Procedures
Assist with toileting, diapering, food preparation, feeding, and other delegated medical procedures as directed.
Assists with Student Movement
Assist with the movement of students from one area of the school to another or to a specialized position.
Assists with Instruction and Therapy
Assist in maintaining a sanitary environment; handles body fluids following universal precautions.
Implements Community-Based Instruction
Assist in implementing community-based instruction or community/campus-based skills training without direct on-site supervision in accordance with state guidelines.
Monitors Classroom During IEP Meetings
Monitor the classroom during teacher’s participation in IEP meetings or other activities/planning which require the teacher to be out of the room.
Performs Other Duties as Assigned
Perform other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
Application Conditions
Please note that the Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements. Clearances, background checks, and salary scales are subject to change. The school district is an equal opportunity employer.