Paraprofessional (Non-Instructional) Aide

Jonathan Alder Local School District; Plain City (OH); On-site; USD 16,538 - 20,213; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

SERS benefits

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Jonathan Alder Local School District is seeking a Non-Instructional Aide at Jonathan Alder Jr. High School. This position requires assisting certified staff and supervising students during lunch and playtime. The role involves part-time work of 2.5 hours a day and offers benefits including SERS, Vision, and Life insurance.

The ideal candidate will have at least a high school diploma and a desire to work with students, particularly those with special needs.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience for required skills.
• Successful experience working with special needs children desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with students in non-instructional areas.
• Supervise students in various settings, including lunch and playground.
• Follow safety rules and procedures.

Skills

Ability to carry out instructions

Arithmetic operations

Use of personal computers

Confidentiality maintenance

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of college level coursework

Tools

Personal computers

Standard office equipment

Job description

Paraprofessional (Non-Instructional) Aide JobID: 707

• Date Posted: 6/8/2026
• Location: Jonathan Alder Jr. High School
• Date Available: 8/18/26

Non-Instructional Aide (Playground/Lunch/Office Coverage)

182 school day contract

Step 0 = $18.41

Qualifies for SERS/Vision/Life benefits

JAJHS - 2.5 hrs per day (10:15-12:45)

Approximate Salary (2.5 x $18.41 x 182 = $8,376.55 / 24 = $349.02 per week)

Essential Job Functions

• Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and free certified professional employees from non‑professional duties such as proctoring study halls to enable them to contribute to other aspects of the educational program, such as curriculum development.
• Assist students in non‑instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non‑instructional areas.
• Accompany students on field trips to assist with supervision.
• Construct, copy, distribute and use educational materials as needed.
• Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living to maximize their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.

Additional Duties

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.
• Assist individual students in performing activities initiated by the teachers.
• Supervise children in the classroom, hallway, lunchroom, to/from the bus, and playground.
• Reinforce learning in small groups or with individuals while the teacher works with other students.
• Provide assistance with individualized programmed materials.
• Score objective tests and papers and maintain appropriate records for teachers.
• Assist the teacher in observing, recording, and charting behavior.
• Assist the teacher with crisis problems and behavior management.
• Assist in preparation/production of instructional materials.
• Carry out instructional programs designed by the teacher.
• Work with the teacher to develop classroom schedules.
• Operate and maintain classroom equipment.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Equipment

• Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements

• Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

Qualifications Profile

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of college level coursework or passing of examination as required by the No Child Left Behind Act.
• Prior experience working with special needs children desirable.

FLSA Status: Non‑exempt

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.