Autism Classroom Assistant - Long-Term Sub (6.5h)

Mentor Public Schools; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Mentor Public Schools in Mentor, Ohio is seeking a Long Term Substitute - HQ Classroom Assistant for 6.5 hours (7:15am-2:15pm) for Structured Language - Autism, from November 2026 through May 2027. The role involves supporting the classroom teacher, handling instructional activities, and light clerical tasks.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or higher, with eligibility for Highly Qualified Classroom Assistant and ParaPro requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or higher; associate degree or 48 semester hours accepted.
• Official transcripts must be submitted if required for qualification.
• ParaPro assessment may be required; request scores be reported to the Ohio Department of Education.
• The ESEA designation involves a one-time $20 cost to add to the permit.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with instructional activities, clerical work, and supervise one or small groups of students.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with students, parents, administration and staff.
• Occasionally required to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Support compliance with Highly Qualified Classroom Assistant requirements.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Reading

Math

Interpersonal skills

Physical lifting

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or 48 semester hours

Job description

Mentor Public Schools in Mentor, Ohio is seeking a Long Term Substitute - HQ Classroom Assistant for 6.5 hours (7:15am-2:15pm) for Structured Language - Autism, from November 2026 through May 2027. The role involves supporting the classroom teacher, handling instructional activities, and light clerical tasks.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or higher, with eligibility for Highly Qualified Classroom Assistant and ParaPro requirements.