1:1 SPED Paraprofessional: Empower Student Growth

Smithville Elementary School PTO, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunwoody HS seeks a SPED Paraprofessional, 1:1, to support students with special education needs and promote high academic expectations. The role emphasizes collaboration with the teaching team and strong written and verbal communication.

The paraprofessional will provide targeted instruction, help manage classroom behavior, assist with assessments, and help prepare instructional materials to support student learning.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours with GPA 2.0 from an accredited college or university.
• High school diploma or GED and a passing score on the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment is required.
• Must obtain valid Professional Standards Commission approved paraprofessional certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide small group and/or individualized instruction to students per teacher lesson plans.
• Assist teachers with daily classroom management to maintain an effective learning environment.
• Assist teachers with assessment of student performance and related recordkeeping tasks.
• Assist teachers with development and organization of instructional materials and ensure availability prior to instruction.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Small group instruction

Classroom management

Student assessment support

Instructional material preparation

Communication skills

Education

Sixty college hours

High school diploma or GED + GACE paraprofessional

Job description

Dunwoody HS seeks a SPED Paraprofessional, 1:1, to support students with special education needs and promote high academic expectations. The role emphasizes collaboration with the teaching team and strong written and verbal communication.

The paraprofessional will provide targeted instruction, help manage classroom behavior, assist with assessments, and help prepare instructional materials to support student learning.