Kindergarten Paraprofessional

To Be Announced; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Muscogee County School District is seeking a Kindergarten Paraprofessional in Columbus, GA. The role supports a licensed educator, reinforces instruction in the classroom, and assists in assessments and classroom operations.

Position is non-exempt with a salary of $16.91 per hour and a 190-workday schedule. Reports to the Principal; location listed as To Be Announced.

Qualifications

• Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners; student management.
• 60 semester or 100 quarter hours or passing GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.
• Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate with in-service training.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Conducts small group or individual activities per teacher plans.
• Assists with supervision of students.
• Assists with student assessment, grading, and data collection on progress.
• Assists with routine record keeping and materials preparation.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Instructional strategies

Student management

Education

60 sem hrs / 100 qtr hrs

Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate

HS diploma or GED verification

Job description

Kindergarten Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5533495

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Mar 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2025

Job Description

The Muscogee County School District has up to 6,000 employees from all backgrounds. We offer opportunities for everyone including support personnel, teachers, leaders, tradespeople, and much more.

Join the Muscogee County School District in “Creating We” in an environment that values the unique experiences and perspectives each of us bring to our community.

WE recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

POSITION TITLE:

Paraprofessional, Kindergarten

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

SALARY:

$16.91 hourly

WORK DAYS:

190

LOCATION:

To Be Announced

REPORTS TO:

Principal

This posting is to recruit for existing vacancies and/or positions that become available at our various schools.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The job of KindergartenParaprofessional is done for the purpose/s of assisting students under the direction of a professional educator and providing instructional support by reinforcing the teacher’s instruction in the classroom.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Educational Level:

Minimum 60 semester/100 quarter hours of eligible college hoursORpassing score on the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment Test ( https://www.gace.es.pearson.com ) is required.If submitting GACE scores, you will also need to provide verification of completion of a HS diploma or GED

2. Certification/License:

Must maintain Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate which include in-service training related to position

3. Experience:

None

4. Physical Activities:

Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities

5. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners; student management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1.

Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.

2.

Conducts small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher.

3.

Assists with supervision of students.

4.

Assists with student assessment, grading work and test and collecting data on student progress.

5.

Assists with routine record keeping.

6.

Assists with the preparation of materials for instruction.

7.

Locates, operates, and returns equipment required for classroom activities.

8.

Assists with classroom housekeeping.

9.

Assists in the ordering and inventory of classroom equipment and materials.

10.

Assists with school-wide supervision, such as loading/unloading buses.

11.

Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

The Muscogee County School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kevin Shirley , Applicant Tracking Specialist
• Muscogee County Public Education Center
• Email: [e-mail]

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