Paraeducator (2038)

Oak Mountain High School; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Mountain High School in Birmingham, Alabama is seeking a Paraeducator to support instructional programs and assist in supervising and teaching students with special needs.

The position requires an associate degree or 48 hours of college coursework or completion of WORKKEYS, plus strong communication and physical stamina to support students. This full-time role reports to the principal and assigned teachers; terms are 187 days per year.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• Alternatively 48 hours of study at an accredited college.
• WORKKEYS test approved by Alabama State Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to instructional programs within assigned classrooms.
• Assist in supervision, care and instruction of students with special needs.
• Monitor student behavior and communicate progress to teachers and staff.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Physical health

Ability to lift

Education

Associate degree

48 hours of college study

WORKKEYS test

Job description

Paraeducator (2038)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5915812

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 1, 2026

Job Description

Paraeducator

Qualifications:

• Must hold an associate’s degree (or) have completed a minimum of 48 hours of study at a regionally accredited institution of higher education (or) have successfully completed the Alabama State Board of Education approved WORKKEYS test.


• Good physical and emotional health, including ability to lift as well as to implement behavioral management program with students of varying ages and sizes.


• Effective interpersonal communication skills.


• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

Reports to: Principaland Assigned Teachers

Job Goal: To provide support to the instructional program within assigned classrooms with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of students with special needs; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior; and providing information to appropriate school personnel.

Terms of Employment: 187 days.

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Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department


• 410 East College Street


• Columbiana, Alabama 35051


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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