Kindergarten Parapro

Applitrack; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Kindergarten Paraprofessional for Jefferson Parkway Elementary School. The role includes providing classroom instructional support, coordinating activities and ensuring students achieve social, emotional and academic growth.

Responsibilities include preparation, materials selection, and implementing technology to aid learning, with duties aligned to district guidelines. 183 school days, 7.5 hours per day, compensation at $14.57 per hour.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• State-required certification is required; transcript can be provided to HR for certification.
• If no associate degree, you must sign up for Parapro GACE and pass at your expense.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to plan, coordinate and implement instructional programs to help students reach social, emotional and academic potential.
• Meet and instruct classes at the designated location and time.
• Select and present materials within state/system curriculum; plan studies meeting individual needs.
• Develop and implement classroom technology to facilitate learning; use audio, video, graphics and research tools.
• Prepare for classes and maintain evidence of preparation upon request.
• Protect students, equipment, materials and facilities; ensure safety and order in classroom.
• Support substitute teachers with necessary information and materials.
• Attend meetings and participate in evaluations and committees as required.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by administrators.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Counseling skills

Education

Associate degree

Job description

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Teaching Paraprofessional
• Date Posted:
  7/21/2026
• Location:
  Jefferson Parkway Elementary School
• Date Available:
  2026-2027

POSITION TITLE

Kindergarten Parapro –Jefferson ParkwayElementary School

PAY

$14.57 an hour. 183 Days, 7.5 Hours (prorated if you do not start at the beginning of the school year)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide leadership to effectively plan, coordinate and implement programs of instruction that ensure students opportunities to reach their highest social, emotional and academic potential. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the location and at the time designated. Select and present materials required in the teaching assignment within the framework of the content limitations of state and system curriculum guides. Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students. Develop and implement classroom technology which may relate to the use of audio, video, graphics, research technologies and other tools to facilitate learning. Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation upon request of principal or designee. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Provide adequate background information and materials when substitute teacher is to assume responsibilities. Maintain satisfactory attendance defined by system or local school handbook. Comply with conditions stated in contract of employment. Comply with the federal, state and local board of education requirements for the development of educationally appropriate instruction. Assist the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and work cooperatively with all staff members in attaining school goals and objectives. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Attend staff, department, team, or grade level meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Participate as required in the appropriate state annual evaluation process. Perform such additional responsibilities as may be assigned by the building administrators.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION OR TRAINING

Minimum of Associate degree from an accredited college or university and state required certification. If you have an associates degree or higher, you can provide an official transcript to HR and we will get your certification. IF not, you will need to sign up, take the Parapro GACE, and pass the GACE (at your expense)

REQUIRED SKILLS

Ability to organize, coordinate, plan, and direct the implementation of a comprehensive classroom instructional program. Proficiency required in oral and written communication, interpersonal relations, and competency in counseling and evaluating student needs.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Successful teacher training and/or teaching experiences at the level to which assigned.

The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications
as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.
The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color
national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.