Paraprofessional, ALL Special Education, (436A, 436C, 453, 436D) [181]

Young World Physical Education; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County School District, Clarkdale Elementary in Austell, GA, seeks a Paraprofessional for Special Education in a 1:1 federal/grant funded setting. You will support the classroom teacher with instructional activities, data collection, and behavioral/IEP-related tasks in a Pre-K special needs environment.

Requirements include an associate degree or higher (or 2 years college with GPA C or better) or a high school diploma with GACE Paraprofessional; GA Paraprofessional Certificate; strong

Qualifications

• Education Level: Hold an associate’s degree or higher in any subject from a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution; OR Have completed 2 years (60 semester hours) of college coursework above the remedial level at a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution with a grade of “C” or better; OR Hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have passed the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment
• Certification/License Required: Must maintain Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate which includes in-service training related to position
• Experience: None
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities; ability to lift a student up to a weight of 60 pounds without assistance; ability to perform a two person lift for students over 60 pounds
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Exhibits professionalism in all job-related situations; follows professional ethics in all work-related activities; presents a personal appearance which enhances the image of the school.
• Follows all county, state and federal policies and procedures.
• Assists the classroom teacher in the preparation and implementation of class activities.
• Assists classroom teacher with the record keeping process and data collection.
• Participates in school functions, field trips and extracurricular activities as indicated.
• Participates in on-going in-service training.
• Assists with hall duty and bus loading and unloading as directed.
• Assumes a lead role with the substitute teacher when the classroom teacher is absent.
• Assists with toileting, diapering, food preparation, feeding and other delegated medical procedures as directed.
• Assists with the movement of students from one area of the school to another or to a specialized position.
• Assists with instruction, positioning and therapy as directed by related services personnel.
• Assists in maintaining a sanitary environment; handles body fluids following universal precautions.
• Assists in implementing community-based instruction or community/campus-based skills training without direct on-site supervision in accordance with State guidelines.
• Monitors the classroom during teacher’s participation in IEP meetings or other activities/planning which require the teacher to be out of the room.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Education

Associate degree or higher / 2 years college / high school diploma + GACE paraprofessional

Job description

Paraprofessional, ALL Special Education, (436A, 436C, 453, 436D) [181]

Job Details

Cobb County School District CLARKDALE ELEM SCHOOL - 0192 - Austell, Georgia Open in Google Maps

Job ID: 5884602

Application Deadline: Oct 02, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional, Special Education

JOB CODE: 436A(SPED General Funds), 436C(SPED Fed/Grant), 453(SNPK), 436D (1:1)

DIVISION: Academic, Support & Specialized Services

SALARY SCHEDULE: Paraprofessional

DEPARTMENT: Special Education

WORKDAYS: 181

REPORTS TO: Principal

PAY GRADE: NH0 (4, 5, 6, 7 or 8)

FLSA: Non-Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Assists the classroom teacher with students to complete educational activities as directed.

REVISION DATE(S): 8/24;7/25

REQUIREMENTS

• Education Level: Hold an associate’s degree or higher in any subject from aGaPSC-accepted accredited institution ; OR Have completed 2 years (60 semester hours) of college coursework above the remedial level at aGaPSC-accepted accredited institution with a grade of “C” or better; OR Hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have passed the GACEParaprofessional Assessment
• Certification/License Required: Must maintain Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate which includes in-service training related to position
• Experience: None
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities; ability to lift a student up to a weight of 60 pounds without assistance; ability to perform a two person lift for students over 60 pounds
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Exhibits professionalism in all job-related situations; follows professional ethics in all work-related activities; presents a personal appearance which enhances the image of the school.
• Follows all county, state and federal policies and procedures.
• Assists the classroom teacher in the preparation and implementation of class activities.
• Assists classroom teacher with the record keeping process and data collection.
• Participates in school functions, field trips and extracurricular activities as indicated.
• Participates in on-going in-service training.
• Assists with hall duty and bus loading and unloading as directed.
• Assumes a lead role with the substitute teacher when the classroom teacher is absent.
• Assists with toileting, diapering, food preparation, feeding and other delegated medical procedures as directed.
• Assists with the movement of students from one area of the school to another or to a specialized position.
• Assists with instruction, positioning and therapy as directed by related services personnel.
• Assists in maintaining a sanitary environment; handles body fluids following universal precautions.
• Assists in implementing community-based instruction or community/campus-based skills training without direct on-site supervision in accordance with State guidelines.
• Monitors the classroom during teacher’s participation in IEP meetings or other activities/planning which require the teacher to be out of the room.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Paraprofessional, Special Education, 1:1 Federal/Grant Funded position in a special needs Pre-K classroom

Position Type: Not provided

Job Categories

• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
• Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 514 Glover Street
• Marietta, Georgia 30060
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• Email: [e-mail]