Kindergarten Title I Paraprofessional — Student Support Hero

DeKalb County School District; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County School District in Georgia is seeking a Title I Kindergarten Paraprofessional for Briar Vista Elementary School for the 2026-2027 year. The ideal candidate will support students with IEP-directed activities, deliver targeted instruction, and collaborate with teachers to promote high academic expectations.

The role includes assisting with health-related care, daily routines, and behavior support, while maintaining student confidentiality and complying with FERPA and district

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED and pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.
• An associate degree or higher from a GCPS-approved college or university is required.
• Minimum of 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of college with GPA 2.0+ is required.
• Valid GCPS-approved paraprofessional certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal care needs in accordance with IEPs and district policy.
• Provide small groups and individualized instruction per lesson plans.
• Support health-related care needs when trained and authorized.
• Assist with classroom management and behavior support.
• Assist with assessment and data collection under supervision of licensed staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records per FERPA and district policies.

Skills

Student support

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

60-semester hours or 90-quarter hours completed

Paraprofessional certificate (PDC)

Job description

DeKalb County School District in Georgia is seeking a Title I Kindergarten Paraprofessional for Briar Vista Elementary School for the 2026-2027 year. The ideal candidate will support students with IEP-directed activities, deliver targeted instruction, and collaborate with teachers to promote high academic expectations.

The role includes assisting with health-related care, daily routines, and behavior support, while maintaining student confidentiality and complying with FERPA and district