Paraprofessional i-Teacher Aide-Special Education)

Ashland City School District; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashland City School District in Ashland, Ohio is seeking a Paraprofessional I to support students in Reagan Elementary's special education program. This role requires working under the teacher’s supervision to implement instruction and behavior plans.

The position begins August 19, 2026, with duties including data recording, small-group instruction, and personal care tasks as needed. A strong commitment to student growth and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Must complete CPI and Safety & Violence Training within 60 days of accepting position.
• Must obtain Educational Aide Permit with ESEA Qualifications through ODE prior to the first day of employment.
• Experience working with children with multiple and behavioral disabilities.
• Heavy lifting required (>50 lbs).
• CP I and Safety & Violence Training within first 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Record information, file data and prepare instructional materials as directed by the teacher.
• Collect data on individual student progress.
• Assist students with academic subjects and social skill development.
• Follow established behavior management strategies.
• Assist with independent seatwork and supervise group study.
• Support personal care tasks as needed for students with disabilities.

Skills

Behavioral support

Classroom assistant

Clerical duties

Education

Two years college or associate degree

Job description

Paraprofessional i-Teacher Aide-Special Education)

Ashland City School District Reagan Elementary School - Ashland, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5927417
Application Deadline: Sep 23, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Sep 15, 2026 3:21 PM (UTC)

Job Description

POSITION:

• Paraprofessional I (Teacher Parapro/Classroom Assistant-Special Education)
• 7.5 hours Reagan Elementary
• Position begins August 19, 2026

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher learning, OR hold an associate's degree, OR have passed the Teacher Parapro praxis exam.
• Must obtain an Educational Aide Permit with ESEA Qualifications through ODE prior to the first day of employment.
• Must possess experience working with children with multiple and behavioral disabilities.
• Some heavy lifting required.
• Must complete CPI and Safety & Violence Training within the first 60 days of accepting position.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Perform clerical duties such as recording information, filing data and preparing instructional materials as required by the teacher.
• Collect data on individual student progress.
• Assist students with their academic subjects, social skill development, and other non-academic areas as directed by the teacher. May be regular education classroom or resource room.
• Follow established behavior management strategies as developed by the teacher.
• Assist students with independent seatwork assigned by the teacher.
• Assist with supplementary work for students and supervise independent study.
• Reinforce learning with small groups while the teacher works with individual students.
• May often have to work with emotionally upset children.
• Must be capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
• Be willing to assist students to learn self-help and hygienic skills (e.g., toileting, eating, grooming, and dressing).
• This position will assist in the personal care of students with the multiple disabilities classroom.

SALARY: Per negotiated agreement

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 3:00 pm ON Wednesday, September 23, 2026

The Ashland City School District has a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, and disability in its curricular, extra-curricular, and support programs and services. This policy of nondiscrimination extends to students, staff, the general public, and individuals with which it does business.

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Philip McNaull
• 1407 Claremont Ave
• Ashland, Ohio 44805-0156
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]