Paraprofessional - Special Ed-Autism

KILPATRICK ELEMENTARY; Jonesboro (GA); Presencial; USD 910 - 33 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

KILPATRICK ELEMENTARY in Jonesboro, GA is seeking a Paraprofessional for Special Education (Autism) to support instructional staff and students across elementary settings. This 190-day, grade 16 position starts at step 6 and offers scaling to step 8 based on experience.

Responsibilities include assisting with small group instruction, preparing instructional materials, and providing personal care or safety support when needed, under supervision.

Qualificações

• Associate’s degree or higher from GaPSC-accepted institution.
• Two years of college coursework (60 sem hrs / 90 quarter hrs) with grade C or better.
• GACE Paraprofessional Assessment passed with high school diploma or GED.

Responsabilidades

• Provide academic support to exceptional education students, including those on the autism spectrum.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and material preparation.
• Support students in resource, self-contained, and regular classrooms.
• Conduct small group or individual activities per lesson plans.
• Assist with record keeping and school-wide supervision.
• Perform routine duties and assist with lifting or personal care as needed.

Formação académica

Associate’s degree or higher

Two years of college coursework (60 sem hrs / 90 quarter hrs)

Passed GACE Paraprofessional Assessment and high school diploma or GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Paraprofessional - Special Ed-Autism

Clayton County Public Schools KILPATRICK ELEMENTARY - Jonesboro, Georgia
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Job Details

Job ID: 5928147

Application Deadline: Dec 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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.

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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Applicant Account , Testing
• 1058 Fifth Avenue
• Jonesboro, Georgia 30236
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]