Central Office_Paraprofessional, CBVT (Exceptional Education) 2026-2027

DeKalb County School District; Stone Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced Paraprofessional (CBVT) to support students with diverse learning needs. You will provide one-on-one instruction, assist with individual goals, and help implement lesson plans under moderate supervision in a collaborative classroom environment.

Responsibilities include mobility support, use of educational software, and regular communication with parents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with related experience.
• Associate's degree preferred with related experience.
• Paraprofessional certificate approved by the Professional Standards Commission.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson implementation.
• Provide one-on-one instruction aligned to IEP goals.
• Support small group instruction and reinforce lessons.
• Assist with students' physical needs including mobility and feeding when necessary.
• Use educational software to enhance learning and track progress.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student progress.
• Supervise students during non-instructional times and ensure safety.
• Document progress and collect instructional data for analysis.
• Coordinate project tasks and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Student support

Classroom assistance

Mobility assistance

Technology integration

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Paraprofessional certificate (PSC)

Job description

The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Paraprofessional (CBVT).

Salary Grade/Schedule

Unified 108

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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 (CBVT)

Performs routine tasks to assist in delivering educational support and facilitating daily living activities for students with diverse learning needs. Provides one-on-one instruction and necessary accommodations and contributes to an inclusive learning environment by addressing behavioral, social-emotional, and physical or medical requirements, ensuring students receive tailored assistance to thrive academically. Performs duties with moderate supervision as an intermediate-level individual contributor.

Essential Job Duties

• Assists teachers with classroom activities, ensuring order and effective implementation of lesson plans.
• Provides individualized support and instruction to students, catering to those with special needs or Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.
• Facilitates small group instruction and reinforces lessons as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Supports students' physical needs, including mobility assistance, feeding, toileting, and lifting when necessary.
• Utilizes technology and educational software to enhance student learning experiences effectively.
• Communicates regularly with parents and guardians about student progress and any concerns that may arise.
• Supervises students during non-instructional times, such as cafeteria duty or morning hall monitoring, to ensure safety.
• Documents student progress meticulously and assists in the collection of instructional data for analysis purposes.
• Coordinates assigned project tasks effectively to meet objectives.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with at least three (3) years of related experience required.
• Associate's degree with at least one (1) year of related experience preferred.
• Professional Standards Commission approved Paraprofessional certificate.