INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE - PARAPROFESSIONAL

Butler County Educational Service Centre; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakota Local Schools Independence Elementary School in Middletown, OH seeks an Instructional Aide - Paraprofessional (.375 FTE) to assist certified teachers. The role provides instructional, clerical, and supervisory support in the classroom, helps with materials, and promotes an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, Ohio Paraprofessional license or eligibility, and proficiency with Excel/Word/PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Ohio Paraprofessional License or eligibility for certification.
• If funded by Title I, meet ESSA requirements (degree or coursework or assessment).
• CPR/First Aid training and Crisis Prevention as required.
• Experience with students or in school settings preferred.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Internet, and PowerPoint.
• Experience operating office and media equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional, clerical, and supervisory support in classrooms.
• Assist in classroom operations, student engagement, and materials prep.
• Support non-instructional supervision to promote a well-managed, inclusive learning environment.
• Ensure equitable access to content and support school events.
• Uphold district safety, confidentiality, and collaboration standards.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Internet

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Ohio Paraprofessional License or eligibility

ESSA Title I requirements (see specifics)

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE - PARAPROFESSIONAL

Lakota Local Schools Independence Elementary School - Middletown, Ohio

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Job Details

Job ID: 5923905

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 3:22 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 $18.99 per hour, based on verified experience.

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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]