SY26-27 Paraprofessional - Special Education
$35,589–$61,734 year
On-site · Savannah, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Paraprofessional in Special Education provides educational support and personal assistance to students with special needs under the direction of the teacher. Responsibilities include assisting with instruction, preparing activities, participating in in-service training, and supporting non-instructional duties such as meal-time routines, bathroom and clothing routines, and safety supervision. Works with individuals and small groups in various settings (including media center, computer lab, and community-based instructional settings). Assists with clerical duties, physical education support, and daily care routines (feeding, toileting, diapering) as necessary. Requires a High School Diploma (Associates preferred), knowledge of general office software, good communication skills, and the physical ability to assist students with special needs; may require specialized training (SID/PID, autism) and the ability to lift and assist with personal care tasks.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma (required)
- Prefer Associate Degree
- Must meet Highly Qualified criteria for state licensure via: 2 years of college credits or Associate’s degree or passing grade on state-approved assessment
- Demonstrable ability to reinforce material and guide students with enrichment, remedial, and independent work as set up by the teacher
- Knowledge of general office software and internet use
- Strong oral and written communication skills with students, parents, and coworkers
- Must have physical ability, dexterity, endurance, and temperament to work with students with special needs
- Ability to lift and physically manage students (possible weighing over 100 pounds) and use of specialized equipment
- Willingness to assist with personal activities such as feeding, toileting and diapering as necessary
- Experience with instructional equipment setup/operation (preferred)
- Experience managing behavior of children (preferred)
- Experience with children with special needs (preferred)
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