Paraprofessional - Special Ed-Autism

SUDER ELEMENTARY; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton County Public Schools in Jonesboro, Georgia is seeking a Paraprofessional for Special Education with a focus on autism support in elementary settings. The role supports teachers by delivering instructional activities and assisting with classroom materials and student supervision.

Starting immediately, candidates must meet Georgia PSC requirements (associate degree or higher, or two years college with C or better, or GACE paraprofessional assessment with a high school diploma).

Qualifications

• Hold an associate’s degree or higher in any subject from a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution.
• Two years of college coursework (60 sem hours / 90 quarter hours) above remedial level with a grade of C or better.
• Have passed the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment and hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to selected students in resource, self-contained, and regular classroom settings.
• Conducts small group or individual classroom activities with students based on lesson plans.
• Assists with preparation of instructional materials and grading.
• Assists with routine record keeping and school-wide supervision.

Education

Associate’s degree or higher (GaPSC-accepted)

Two years of college coursework (60 sem hours / 90 quarter hours) above remedial level with grade C or better

GACE Paraprofessional Assessment and high school diploma or GED

Job description

Paraprofessional - Special Ed-Autism

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Job Details

Job ID: 5843418

Application Deadline: Oct 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides academic support to exceptional education students (including those on the autism spectrum) at the elementary level. Under general supervision serves as a support to the assigned classroom teacher or instructional area in providing educational opportunities for each student within various disciplines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides support to selected students in resource, self-contained, and regular classroom settings. Conducts small group or individual classroom activities with students based on lesson plans developed by the teacher. Assists with preparation of materials for instruction (including the copying/duplicating of materials, construction of bulletin boards, grading work, etc.). Performs special duties as required for meeting the unique needs of specific student populations; e.g., lifting physically disabled students, toileting/personal hygiene assistance, using physical restraints or other specialized behavior management techniques.
Assists with routine record keeping, housekeeping; assists with school-wide supervision such as loading/unloading buses.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 1. Hold an associate’s degree or higher in any subject from a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution.

  OR 2. Have completed two (2) years of college coursework (sixty [60] semester hours or [90] quarter hours) above the remedial level with a grade of “C” or better at a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution. OR 3. Have passed the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment and hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Paraprofessional experience serving school age children desirable. *Bilingual or bicultural experience required for certain positions.

Makes recommendations or decisions, which usually affect the classroom.

Must hold or be eligible for a GaPSC-issued Paraprofessional License. Eligibility is based on the education requirements outlined in Formal Education. Note: The Certification Team will apply for the Paraprofessional License upon hire.

Field(s)/Endorsement(s):

• PARAPROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR

Training and/or experience in special needs of disabled populations such as first aid, ability to perform a two person lift for students as needed, or behavior management preferred.

Light duty - On most occasions sitting at a desk or table; intermittent sitting, standing, or stooping.Moderate lifting or carrying; fifty (50) lbs. or less.

NOTE: This is a grade 16, 190-day position that starts at a step 6 and pays for experience up to a step 8.

Position Type: FULL TIME

Salary: $23,910 to $33,252 Paid based on salary scale