Autism Classroom Paraprofessional: Growth & Impact

Coweta County Schools; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Coweta County Schools is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional at Northgate High School in Newnan, GA. Position supports Autism classrooms, Monday through Friday, 7.5 hours per day, 183 days per year, and pays $14.58 per hour.

This is a full-time role requiring an Associate degree or equivalent and completion of Mindset de-escalation training. Responsibilities include assisting teachers with instructional programs, preparing materials, and maintaining student records.

Qualifications

• Candidate must organize, direct and monitor groups of children in various activities and settings.
• Candidate must adapt quickly to changing conditions and situations.

Responsibilities

• Support the autism classroom teacher in implementing instructional programs.
• Assist in preparing materials and setting up activities for students with autism.
• Maintain accurate records and report student progress to the teacher.
• Participate in staff meetings and training as required.

Skills

Organize groups

Adapt to change

Education

Associate degree or higher

90 quarter hours / 60 semester hours

Pass the GACE paraprofessional assessment

Mindset de-escalation training

Job description

Coweta County Schools is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional at Northgate High School in Newnan, GA. Position supports Autism classrooms, Monday through Friday, 7.5 hours per day, 183 days per year, and pays $14.58 per hour.

This is a full-time role requiring an Associate degree or equivalent and completion of Mindset de-escalation training. Responsibilities include assisting teachers with instructional programs, preparing materials, and maintaining student records.