Paraprofessional - Special Education (Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027)

Thank you for your interest in our Paraprofessional - Special Education position.

Job Summary

The Paraprofessional - Special Education is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the school principal and ESEP Lead, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.

All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.

Job Description

Position Title: ESEP Paraprofessional Salary Schedule: PCSD Classified Department: School Job Code: 143501 Reports To: Principal Work Schedule: 186 days, 7.5 hours Grade Level: PARA FLSA: Non-Exempt

Primary Function:

• Ability to learn and utilize routine methods and procedures to be followed in instructional settings.
• Maintain a highly structured and orderly environment.
• Work under the general supervision of the principal or designee daily.

Working Conditions:

• Physical Demands:
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Constant interruptions
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials
• Lifting a student up to a weight of 40 pounds without assistance
• Perform a two-person lift for students over 40 pounds
• Perform specialized healthcare procedures

Qualifications:

• Education level must be in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines
• Certification as mandated by the Professional Standards Commission
• The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Provide support to students in resource, self-contained, and/or regular classroom settings
• Assist with supervision of students
• Conduct small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher
• Assist with student assessment, grading, work, and tests, and collecting data on student progress
• Assist with routine recordkeeping
• Assist with preparation of materials for instruction, including copying of materials, construction of displays, bulletin boards, learning centers, and manipulatives
• Locate, operate, and return needed equipment
• Participates in school functions, field trips, and extracurricular activities as indicated
• Performs specialized health care procedures, including gastrostomy feedings, tracheotomy care, catheterization (e.g., reinsertion of trach suctioning)
• Assists with toileting, diapering, feeding, and meeting other physical needs
• Assists with the movement of students from one area of the school to another or with specialized positioning using lumbar belt as required
• Assist with classroom housekeeping
• Assist in ordering and inventory of classroom equipment and materials
• Assist with school-wide supervision, such as loading/unloading buses
• Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate, and/or credential as may be required for this position
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner
• Participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment
• Review current developments, literature, and technical source information related to job responsibilities
• Ensure adherence to appropriate safety procedures
• Follow federal and state laws as well as Board policies
• Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee

Application Information:

• Applicants will be selected for interview.
• Please do not contact local schools.
• It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program activity or service.
• Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days.
• Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
• The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.