Paraprofessional - Special Education

Pickerington Local School District; Pickerington (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pickerington Local School District seeks a Paraprofessional - Special Education at the Pickering Kindergarten Center in Pickerington, Ohio. This full-time instructional support role supports students with diverse needs under the supervision of licensed staff, promotes a safe learning environment, and helps implement individualized education plans.

Candidates should have an Ohio Educational Aide Permit with ESEA endorsement, a high school diploma or GED, and experience in elementary settings;

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio Educational Aide Permit with ESEA endorsement (OSBOE).
• High school diploma or GED; college-level training preferred.
• Experience in an elementary-level educational setting is desirable.
• Preferred experience with educational technology.
• Ability to supervise elementary students effectively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow directions and demonstrate a strong desire to succeed.
• Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively with peers.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and parents from diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teacher in instructional activities.
• Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional times.
• Support students with special education needs under supervision.
• Assist with classroom technology.
• Maintain student confidentiality and communicate with families as needed.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Collaborative work

Confidentiality

Strong work ethic

Diversity sensitivity

Follow directions

Education

Ohio Educational Aide Permit with ESEA endorsement

High School Diploma or GED

College-level training preferred

Job description

Pickerington Local School District Pickering Kindergarten Center - Pickerington, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Job Description

The Pickerington Local School District (PLSD) is seekingqualified applicants for a Paraprofessional Special Educatioon position at the Pickerington Kindergarten Center.

Job Qualifications:

• Valid Ohio Educational Aide Permit with ESEA endorsement issued by OSBOE.
• High school diploma/GED equivalency; college-level training preferred.
• Experience working within an elementary-level educational setting is desirable.
• Preferred experience with educational technology.
• Ability to effectively supervise elementary students.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow directions and demonstrate a strong desire to succeed.
• Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively with peers.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and parents from diverse populations.

Paraprofessional - Special Education

Pickerington Local School District Pickering Kindergarten Center - Pickerington, Ohio Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5982511
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 04, 2026 7:04 PM (UTC)

Job Description

The Pickerington Local School District (PLSD) is seekingqualified applicants for a Paraprofessional Special Educatioon position at the Pickerington Kindergarten Center.

Job Qualifications:

• Valid Ohio Educational Aide Permit with ESEA endorsement issued by OSBOE.
• High school diploma/GED equivalency; college-level training preferred.
• Experience working within an elementary-level educational setting is desirable.
• Preferred experience with educational technology.
• Ability to effectively supervise elementary students.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow directions and demonstrate a strong desire to succeed.
• Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively with peers.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and parents from diverse populations.

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Scott Philabaum
• 777 Long Rd
• Pickerington, Ohio 43147-1061
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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