Parapro - Grades K-5 - 2026-2027

Gwinnett County Public Schools; Georgia; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwinnett County Public Schools is seeking a paraprofessional educator to support teachers and students in the classroom. The role involves working with students individually or in small groups to reinforce instruction, assess performance, and promote learning.

The position requires a Georgia PSC paraprofessional certificate, or credentials meeting Praxis/GACE Parapro requirements, or equivalent PSC-approved college hours. Prior classroom experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of child development and basic office tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities necessary for student support.
• Familiarity with standard office equipment and media devices.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and students by working with students individually or in small groups to assess performance, reinforce instruction, motivate learning, and support classroom management.
• Support teachers in supervising learning activities, circulate in the classroom, and provide learning support to students.
• Provide instruction as prescribed by the supervising teacher and reinforce skills introduced by the teacher. Use games or stories to enhance learning.

Skills

Child development

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Praxis Parapro or GACE Parapro required

Job description

License and Certification Qualifications:

• Paraprofessional Educator certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (PSC Required)

Education Qualifications:

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree or equivalent and passed the Praxis Parapro Assessment (prior to March 1, 2007) or the GACE Parapro Assessment Required
• In lieu of assessments, 60 semester or 90 quarter hours from a Professional Standards Commission (PSC) approved college or university are Required

Experience Qualifications:

• Experience in a licensed child care environment Preferred

Skills Qualifications:

• Knowledge of child development
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of office and media equipment

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist teachers and students by working with students individually or in small groups assessing performance, reinforcing instruction, motivating learning, assisting with classroom management, and other non-instructional functions.

• Assist teachers in the supervision of learning activities, circulating within the classroom, and providing assistance and learning support to students.
• Provide instruction to students as prescribed by the supervising teacher and reinforce skills introduced by the teacher.
  • Utilize games, stories, or other constructive activities to enhance students learning skills.
• Assist teachers in checking and objectively evaluating students work.
• Assist in managing student behavior and maintaining classroom order.
  • Reinforce rules of the school and classroom.
  • Escort students as required.
• Assist in the preparation of lesson plans and teacher pre-planning sessions.
  • Provide input and assistance in the development of classroom activities and learning tools.
• Assist in diagnosing student math and communication skills.
  • Monitor progressive learning skills of students.
  • Ensure teacher is aware of student learning deficiencies.
  • Document records of learning activities and diagnosis.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of instructional materials.
  • Perform support tasks such as copying materials, laminating items, typing correspondence, and filing paperwork and documentation.
• Coordinate with media center staff for classroom learning resources.
  • Setup equipment in classroom for teachers instructional objectives.
• Prepare instructional reports and complete required forms, schedules, and other data as required.
  • Maintain attendance records and assign student seating.
  • Learn assigned bus route(s).
• Perform assigned monitoring duties, including hallways, lunchroom, restrooms, and bus duty as requested.
  • Ensure appropriate student conduct during these periods.
  • Escort students to designated activity areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.