INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE - PARAPROFESSIONAL

Butler County Educational Service Centre; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakota Local Schools’ VanGorden Elementary School in Hamilton, Ohio seeks a part-time Instructional Aide - Paraprofessional (0.375 FTE) to support teachers and students in the classroom.

The role involves instructional and clerical tasks, student engagement, and supervision, with flexibility to assist in events and maintain safe, inclusive learning environments. Starting wage is $18.52 per hour, 3 hours daily, 5 days weekly, 184 days per year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Ohio Paraprofessional License or eligibility for certification through the Ohio Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• The IA Paraprofessional provides instructional, clerical, and supervisory support in the classroom setting under the direction of certified teachers and building administrators.
• This role assists in classroom operations, student engagement, materials preparation, and non-instructional supervision to promote a well-managed, inclusive learning environment.
• The paraprofessional ensures students have equitable access to instructional content, supports school-wide events and activities, and upholds district standards for safety, confidentiality, and collaboration.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Internet

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Ohio Paraprofessional License or eligibility

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Internet

Office equipment

Job description

INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE - PARAPROFESSIONAL

Lakota Local Schools VanGorden Elementary School - Hamilton, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5900207

Application Deadline: Aug 28, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 7:05 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Lakota Local School District is a vibrant and dynamic educational community, serving over 18,000 students.

Everything WE do is designed to provide a future-ready, student-centered learning experience for every single child.

Description: Instructional Aide - Paraprofessional, .375 FTE

Job Summary: The IA Paraprofessional provides instructional, clerical, and supervisory support in the classroom setting under the direction of certified teachers and building administrators.

This role assists in classroom operations, student engagement, materials preparation, and non-instructional supervision to promote a well-managed, inclusive learning environment.

The paraprofessional ensures students have equitable access to instructional content, supports school-wide events and activities, and upholds district standards for safety, confidentiality, and collaboration.

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Associate degree preferred.

Ohio Paraprofessional License or eligibility for certification through the Ohio Department of Education.

If funded by Title 1 must meet requirements under Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA):

Associate's degree or higher, or

Minimum of 48 semester hours of college coursework, or

Successful completion of an approved paraprofessional assessment.

Successful completion of applicable training (e.g., CPR/First Aid, Crisis Prevention as required).

Prior experience working with students or in school settings preferred.

Must have excellent working knowledge of Excel, Word, Internet, and PowerPoint.

Experience operating office and media equipment.

Working Conditions: 3 hours per day, 5 days per week and 184 days per school year calendar.

Per current Lakota salary schedule starting at $18.52 per hour, based on verified experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• ITC CHANGEME
• 400 N Erie Hwy
• Hamilton, Ohio 45011
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]