Instructional Paraprofessional — Student Support

Newton County Schools; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton County Schools in Covington, GA is seeking an Instructional Paraprofessional to support classroom instruction under the supervision of the teacher and principal. The role involves assisting with small groups, maintaining classroom organization, and helping implement learning activities.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree or higher (or HS diploma with paraprofessional certification) and demonstrates strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or two years of college OR HS diploma with paraprofessional test.
• Valid Paraprofessional Certificate.
• Able to work well with adults and students; good communication skills.
• Well organized with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Work with individual/small groups to provide intervention/enrichment.
• Assist teacher with strategies for reinforcing material to meet needs.
• Support behavior management and document strategies for students.
• Supervise students and alert teacher to issues.
• Assist substitute teachers with information and classroom tasks.
• Assist with clerical tasks and preparation of instructional materials.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and school information.
• Attend meetings as required and support classroom housekeeping.
• Maintain paraprofessional license as required.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Education

Associate’s Degree or two years of college

HS diploma/GED with paraprofessional test

Job description

Newton County Schools in Covington, GA is seeking an Instructional Paraprofessional to support classroom instruction under the supervision of the teacher and principal. The role involves assisting with small groups, maintaining classroom organization, and helping implement learning activities.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree or higher (or HS diploma with paraprofessional certification) and demonstrates strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.