Impactful Special Education ParaPro & Classroom Support

Ashland City School District; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Ashland City School District seeks a Paraprofessional I at Reagan Elementary School. Position is 7.5 hours per day with duties in special education support, starting August 19, 2026.

Work includes assisting with academics, social skills, and behavior support under the teacher's guidance. Candidate must have college credits or an associate degree, pass a Parapro exam or equivalent, and obtain an Educational Aide Permit with ODE qualifications before starting.

Qualifications

• Two years of college study, or an associate degree, or passed the Teacher Parapro Praxis exam.
• Must obtain Educational Aide Permit with ESEA Qualifications through ODE before first day.
• Experience with children with multiple and behavioral disabilities.
• Some heavy lifting required.
• Complete CPI and Safety & Violence Training within first 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Record information, file data, and prepare instructional materials as required by the teacher.
• Collect data on individual student progress.
• Assist students with academic subjects, social skill development, and other non-academic areas as directed by the teacher.
• Follow established behavior management strategies as developed by the teacher.
• Assist students with independent seatwork assigned by the teacher.
• Assist with supplementary work for students and supervise independent study.
• Reinforce learning with small groups while the teacher works with individual students.
• May often have to work with emotionally upset children.
• Must be capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
• Be willing to assist students to learn self-help and hygienic skills (e.g., toileting, eating, grooming, and dressing).
• This position will assist in the personal care of students with the multiple disabilities classroom.

Skills

Experience with disabilities

Education

Two years of college or associate degree

Praxis Teacher Parapro exam

Job description

Ashland City School District seeks a Paraprofessional I at Reagan Elementary School. Position is 7.5 hours per day with duties in special education support, starting August 19, 2026.

Work includes assisting with academics, social skills, and behavior support under the teacher's guidance. Candidate must have college credits or an associate degree, pass a Parapro exam or equivalent, and obtain an Educational Aide Permit with ODE qualifications before starting.