Autism Support Paraprofessional — Special Education

Lorain City Schools; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Lorain City Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional - Special Education (Autism) for Toni Morrison Elementary School in Lorain, OH. The position features 6.75 hours per day, 189 days per year, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a starting hourly rate of $18.75 for the 2026/27 school year.

Qualified applicants must meet ESSA and Ohio qualifications as paraprofessionals, hold an AA degree or 48 college hours, or achieve a ParaPro score of 456+, and obtain an Educational Aid Permit through the Ohio

Qualifications

• Must be highly-qualified paraprofessional under ESSA and ORC 3319.074 by evidencing one of the listed options.
• Educational requirements include AA degree or 48 hours or ParaPro score 456+ with transcripts.
• Educational Aid Permit through the Ohio Department of Education required or able to obtain.

Skills

Special Education Paraprofessional

Autism Support

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate of Arts Degree or higher

48 college semester hours

ParaPro score 456+

Job description

Lorain City Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional - Special Education (Autism) for Toni Morrison Elementary School in Lorain, OH. The position features 6.75 hours per day, 189 days per year, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a starting hourly rate of $18.75 for the 2026/27 school year.

Qualified applicants must meet ESSA and Ohio qualifications as paraprofessionals, hold an AA degree or 48 college hours, or achieve a ParaPro score of 456+, and obtain an Educational Aid Permit through the Ohio