Bilingual Paraeducator (English/Spanish) - Education Support

Lorain City Schools; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lorain City Schools seeks a Educational Paraprofessional to support students and families, with bilingual English/Spanish communication. The position runs 189 days per year, Monday–Friday, at 6.75 hours per day, with a starting hourly rate of $18.75 for the 2026/27 school year.

This role is governed by OAPSE 120 and reports to Building Administrator(s) and/or the Executive Director for the Office of Exceptional Children.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in written and verbal communication in English and Spanish.
• Certified under ESSA and ORC 3319.074 by meeting one of the listed options.
• Educational Aide Permit through the Ohio Department of Education must be obtainable.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

AA degree or higher

48+ college credit hours

ParaPro score 456+

Job description

Lorain City Schools seeks a Educational Paraprofessional to support students and families, with bilingual English/Spanish communication. The position runs 189 days per year, Monday–Friday, at 6.75 hours per day, with a starting hourly rate of $18.75 for the 2026/27 school year.

This role is governed by OAPSE 120 and reports to Building Administrator(s) and/or the Executive Director for the Office of Exceptional Children.