Paraprofessional - Special Education (AU, 16)

Lorain City Schools; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 25,830 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Lorain City Schools is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to assist in the education of exceptional children. The position has pro-rated workdays depending on the hire date, with Monday to Friday hours totaling 189 days a year. Applicants must meet specific qualification standards and adhere to uniform and conduct guidelines.

The compensation starts at $18.75 per hour for the 2026/27 school year, with additional stipends for senior staff. Interested candidates should apply through the Lorain City Schools website.

Qualifications

• Must obtain an Educational Aid Permit through the Ohio Department of Education.
• Completion of designated training in CPI and physical restraint procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the toileting and diapering of students as needed.
• Maintain compliance with uniform and appearance standards.

Skills

Highly-qualified paraprofessional

Ability to work under specific conditions

Education

Associate of Arts degree or higher

Two years of college totaling 48 or more semester hours

Passing score of 456 or higher on the ParaPro Assessment

Job description

Overview

There are 16 open positions. Interested applicants please visit the Lorain City Schools website at: https://www.lorainschools.org/apply to complete and submit an employment application.

Interview Process

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be interviewed by a panel in order of seniority.

Work Details

Work Days / Work Hours / Days per Year: Monday – Friday; 6.75 hours per day; 189 days per year, plus 10 additional work days as determined by Administration. The number of workdays for new hires is pro-rated to date of hire.

Union and Classification

Union / Classification: OAPSE 120 / Special Education Paraprofessionals

Reporting

Reports to: Building Administrator(s) and/or Executive Director for the Office of Exceptional Children or Designee

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $18.75 per hour (2026/27 school year base pay rate; Senior Paraprofessionals rate $22.00), plus a $2.00 per hour stipend.

Required Certification

• Must be a highly-qualified paraprofessional under the provisions of ESSA and ORC 3319.074 by evidencing one of the following requirements:
• Associate of Arts degree or higher (official transcripts required); OR
• Two years of college totaling 48 or more semester hours (official transcripts required); OR
• Passing score of 456 or higher on the ParaPro Assessment (copy of ParaPro Assessment results).
• AND Must have or be able to obtain an Educational Aid Permit through the Ohio Department of Education.

Additional Qualifications

• Based upon the uniqueness of this position, the following working conditions and contract exemptions apply:
• Staff members will be required to wear designated uniforms;
• Use of perfumes and scented products is prohibited;
• Any tattoos or body art must not be visible;
• Piercings, including facial and ear piercings, must not be worn;
• Staff will be required to perform toileting and diapering of students, as needed;
• Staff will be trained in CPI and physical restraint procedures and expected to perform these procedures, as needed; and
• Staff will receive a duty-free 30-minute break period commencing at the conclusion of the student day.

Important Note

• Staff will be required to stay in the position for one school year prior to bidding out to another position.
• Please refer to the OAPSE 120 Letter of Agreement, Board approved 4/27/26, Resolution 26-R-69, Item 9.11, for more information.