SUMMARY: The Miller City - New Cleveland Local School District (Putnam County) is seeking qualified applicants for a Classroom Aide/Paraprofessional serving Miller City - New Cleveland Local School District beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
DISTRICT PROFILE: Miller City-New Cleveland Local School is a rural school in Putnam County, Ohio with a Grades K-12 enrollment of approximately 530 students. The district has consistently ranked in the top 5% of Ohio public schools in terms of the performance index measure attached to state standardized testing. The Miller City and New Cleveland communities value education and take pride in the programs of the school system.
JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Regular Classrooms: Lead small groups in primary classrooms as assigned Co-teach under the direction of the Intervention Specialists Small group work Assist teachers with projects, grading, making quizzes, organization, and cleaning
Special Education: Bus Shuttle rider as per IEP needs Complete medication training for administering purposes as needed Reading tests & quizzes to students as per IEP needs Homework assistance during student intervention times
1-on-1 Environments: Formal assessments Work 1 on 1 on assessments Kindergarten classroom Intervention Specialist classroom Other classrooms as assigned Approach to learning: Mastering a certain subject matter Mastering a certain skill Assistance with student communication O.T./ P.T. exercises as needed
Other duties: Recess duty as assigned Monitor study hall as assigned Assistance with state-standardized testing Learning and programming communication devices Be able to adapt to schedule changes Communicate problems, issues, and student praises to teachers and other aides Provide students with a listening ear, encouragement, and compassion
CERTIFICATION: Educational Aide Permit (may apply during hiring process)
SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary: Per salary schedule (commensurate with education and experience levels) Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance coverage available; Sick leave/personal leave
HOW TO APPLY: Candidates are asked to submit the following: A letter of application emphasizing qualifications and reasons for interest, an up-to-date resume, professional recommendation letters, and a copy of any valid educational/professional license.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Mr. Dustin Pester 200 N. Main Street Miller City, OH 45864 Ph: 419-876-3173 Fax: 419-876-2020 Email: pester_d@mcncschools.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 24, 2026