Area 1 Elementary School_Paraprofessional, Pre-K (John Robert Lewis ES) 2026-2027

DeKalb County School District; España; On-site; EUR 26,055 - 34,740; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County School District in Georgia is seeking a Pre-K Paraprofessional to support classroom instruction and student needs on-site at John Robert Lewis Elementary School. The role focuses on implementing lessons, assisting with behavior and assessments, and promoting high academic expectations.

The paraprofessional will work with teachers to prepare instructional materials, manage small groups, and help create a positive learning environment, requiring strong communication and collaboration

Qualifications

• Minimum of sixty (60) semester hours or ninety (90) quarter hours of college courses completed with GPA 2.0 or higher from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university is required.
• High school diploma/GED and a passing score on the Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators (GACE) Paraprofessional Assessment is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides small group and/or individualized instruction to students per teacher plans.
• Assists with daily classroom management to maintain an effective learning environment.
• Assists with assessment of student performance and recordkeeping tasks.
• Develops and organizes instructional materials for scheduled segments.

Skills

Small group instruction

Classroom management

Assessment support

Material preparation

Education

Sixty hours college coursework

High school diploma/GED + GACE Paraprofessional

Job description

Area 1 Elementary School_Paraprofessional, Pre-K (John Robert Lewis ES) 2026-2027 JobID: 22835

• Date Posted: 7/24/2026
• Location: John Robert Lewis ES

(Insert School Name) is seeking a Pre-K Paraprofessional. The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable and have a strong desire to help students learn. The primary responsibility is to implement, deliver, and promote high academic expectations to all students. The ideal candidate must work collaboratively with team members and must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Salary Grade/Schedule: PRKPA

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The material contained herein is subject to change. All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements. The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Title: Paraprofessional, PreK

Supports teachers in meeting the educational, behavioral, and social emotional needs of students in the classroom and community.

Essential Functions

• In accordance with lesson plans developed by the teacher, provides small group and/or individualized instruction to students.
• Assists teachers with daily classroom management activities designed to ensure that students demonstrate behavior that is conducive to an effective learning environment.
• Assists teachers with assessment of student performance (standardized and non-standardized testing) and other recordkeeping tasks.
• Assists teachers with the development and organization of appropriate instructional materials for use with students and ensures the availability of these materials prior to scheduled instructional segments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of sixty (60) semester hours or ninety (90) quarter hours of college courses completed with GPA 2.0 or higher from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university is required.
• High school diploma/GED and a passing score on the Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators (GACE) Paraprofessional Assessment is required.

CERTIFICATE, LICENSES, PERMITS

Must obtain valid Professional Standards Commission approved paraprofessional certificate.

Postings current as of 8/2/2026 4:01:08 AM CST.

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