Area 4 Elementary School_ Paraprofessional, Title I Kindergarten (Hambrick ES) 2026-2027

DeKalb County School District; Stone Mountain (GA); In loco; USD 27.000 - 37.000; Tempo pieno

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Hambrick ES, part of DeKalb County School District, seeks a Title I Kindergarten Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports teachers with instructional delivery and behavioral guidance in a Title I setting.

The position is funded through Title I and ends on or before June 30, 2027; future placement is contingent on vacancies and district needs. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED and pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.
• Associate degree or higher from a Georgia PSC-approved college/university.
• 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours with GPA >= 2.0.
• Paraprofessional certificate required.

Mansioni

• Provide small group and individualized instruction to students.
• Support classroom management and behavior to foster a positive learning environment.
• Assist with assessment of student performance and data collection.
• Develop and organize instructional materials for lessons.
• Provide direct instructional support under supervision of a certified teacher.
• Reinforce academic content in various settings.
• Implement accommodations per students' IEPs.
• Assist with progress monitoring and data collection.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records per FERPA.
• Participate in required trainings and professional development.

Conoscenze

Small group instruction

Classroom management

Student assessment

Instructional materials

Direct instruction

IEP accommodations

Progress data

Behavior plans

Safety

Social-emotional support

Professional development

Formazione

High school diploma or GED and pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment

Associate degree or higher from a Georgia PSC-approved college/university

60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours with GPA >= 2.0

Paraprofessional certificate (PSC-approved)

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Area 4 Elementary School_ Paraprofessional, Title I Kindergarten (Hambrick ES) 2026-2027 JobID: 22474

• Date Posted: 6/23/2026

Hambrick ES is seeking an Title I Kindergarten 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.

This is a one (1) year position funded through the use of Title I funds. This position will end on or before June 30, 2027. The applicant accepting this position must apply for an available position and be recommended for a new position in order to continue employment with the DeKalb County School District for the 2026-2027school year.

Salary Grade/Schedule: Unified 108

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

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

Essential Functions:

• Assists students with physical and personal care needs, including feeding, toileting, lifting, mobility, and nonmedical personal care activities, as outlined in the student's IEP and in accordance with district policy, required training, and applicable state laws, under the supervision of a certified teacher or licensed professional.
• Supports students with daily health-related care needs, such as hygiene and other non-medical assistance, when appropriately trained and authorized, ensuring all activities align with IEP requirements, obtained consent, and district and state guidelines.
• Assists students with health care procedures, including hygiene and medications, as needed for daily care.
• Provides small groups and/or individualized instruction to students, in accordance with lesson plans developed by the teacher.
• Monitors students before and after school and during other non-instructional transitional periods.
• 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 the 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.
• Provides direct instructional support to students under the supervision of a certified special education teacher.
• Reinforces academic content in whole group, small group, and one-on-one settings.
• Implements accommodations and modifications as outlined in student's IEPs.
• Assists with progress monitoring and data collection under the supervision of a certified special education teacher.
• Implements Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) with fidelity.
• Maintains a safe and structured learning environment.
• Supports students' self-regulation, social skills, and behavioral strategies.
• Participates in professional learning and required training.
• Maintains confidentiality of student records in compliance with FERPA and district policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED and pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment, required.
• - OR -
• An associate degree or higher from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission-approved accredited college or university is required.
• - OR -
• Minimum of sixty (60) semester hours or ninety (90) quarter hours of college courses completed with a GPA (Grade Point Average) of 2.0 or higher from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission-approved accredited college or university.
• A valid Professional Standards Commission-approved paraprofessional certificate is required.