Empowering Special Education Support Assistant

Parma-City-School-District; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Parma City School District Thoreau Park Elementary School - Cleveland, Ohio is hiring a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities. The role reports to the Building Principal/Special Education Supervisor and runs 6.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, with a starting annual salary of $22,653.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 48 college hours or PRAXIS PARAPRO exam, and the ability to obtain an Ohio Educational Aide Permit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 48 semester hours or PRAXIS PARAPRO exam.
• 1–2 years experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
• Willingness to obtain Educational Aide Permit with Ohio DOE.
• Ability to work with students who may display challenging behavior.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during activities and transitions.
• Apply behavior management techniques in daily school context.
• Communicate ideas and directives clearly to students and staff.
• Maintain attendance and basic clerical duties as needed.

Skills

Communication

Behavior management

Flexibility

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Clerical skills

Computer basic

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 semester hours or PRAXIS PARAPRO exam

Job description

Parma City School District Thoreau Park Elementary School - Cleveland, Ohio is hiring a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities. The role reports to the Building Principal/Special Education Supervisor and runs 6.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, with a starting annual salary of $22,653.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 48 college hours or PRAXIS PARAPRO exam, and the ability to obtain an Ohio Educational Aide Permit.