Paraprofessional, Special Education, Autism Bridge (436A, 436C) [181]

Cobb County School District (CCSD); Kennesaw (GA); Sur place; USD 27 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cobb County School District seeks a Paraprofessional, Special Education, Autism Bridge at Kennesaw Elementary School to assist with students under teacher direction. Requires Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate and related in-service training.

Role includes assisting with classroom activities and data collection in a 181-day school schedule. Starting date in Nov 2026; monthly pay frequency with a focus on supporting students with autism and special education programs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher required; two years of college with a C or better accepted.
• Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate required with in-service training.
• Experience: None; physical requirements include lifting up to 60 lbs.

Responsabilités

• Assists classroom teacher with student activities as directed.
• Keeps records and data collection for classroom.
• Supports with hall duty, bus loading/unloading as directed.
• Assists substitute teacher when classroom teacher is absent.
• Maintains sanitary environment and assists with basic care as directed.

Connaissances

Written and oral communication

Formation

Associate degree or higher

2 years college with C or better

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

Job Description

Cobb County School District KENNESAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - 0165 - Kennesaw, Georgia Open in Google Maps

JOB CODE: 436A, 436C

DEPARTMENT: Special Education

WORKDAYS: 181

PAY GRADE: NH0 (4, 5, 6, 7 or 8)

FLSA: Non-Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Assists the classroom teacher with students to complete educational activities as directed.

Certification/License Required: Must maintain Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate which includes in-service training related to position

Experience: None

Physical Activities: Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities; ability to lift a student up to a weight of 60 pounds without assistance; ability to perform a two person lift for students over 60 pounds

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Exhibits professionalism in all job-related situations; follows professional ethics in all work-related activities; presents a personal appearance which enhances the image of the school.
• Follows all county, state and federal policies and procedures.
• Assists the classroom teacher in the preparation and implementation of class activities.
• Assists classroom teacher with the record keeping process and data collection.
• Participates in school functions, field trips and extracurricular activities as indicated.
• Participates in on-going in-service training.
• Assists with hall duty and bus loading and unloading as directed.
• Assumes a lead role with the substitute teacher when the classroom teacher is absent.
• Assists with toileting, diapering, food preparation, feeding and other delegated medical procedures as directed.
• Assists with the movement of students from one area of the school to another or to a specialized position.
• Assists with instruction, positioning and therapy as directed by related services personnel.
• Assists in maintaining a sanitary environment; handles body fluids following universal precautions.
• Assists in implementing community-based instruction or community/campus-based skills training without direct on-site supervision in accordance with State guidelines.
• Monitors the classroom during teacher’s participation in IEP meetings or other activities/planning which require the teacher to be out of the room.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Paraprofessional, Special Education, Autism Bridge (436A, 436C) [181]

Cobb County School District KENNESAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - 0165 - Kennesaw, Georgia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5980223

Application Deadline: Dec 02, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Nov 03, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 9, 2026

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional, Special Education

JOB CODE: 436A, 436C

DIVISION: Academic, Support & Specialized Services

SALARY SCHEDULE: Paraprofessional

DEPARTMENT: Special Education

WORKDAYS: 181

REPORTS TO: Principal

PAY GRADE: NH0 (4, 5, 6, 7 or 8)

FLSA: Non-Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Assists the classroom teacher with students to complete educational activities as directed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education Level: Hold an associate’s degree or higher in any subject from a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution ; Have completed 2 years (60 semester hours) of college coursework above the remedial level at a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution with a grade of “C” or better; Hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have passed the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.
• Certification/License Required: Must maintain Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate which includes in-service training related to position
• Experience: None
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities; ability to lift a student up to a weight of 60 pounds without assistance; ability to perform a two person lift for students over 60 pounds
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Exhibits professionalism in all job-related situations; follows professional ethics in all work-related activities; presents a personal appearance which enhances the image of the school.
• Follows all county, state and federal policies and procedures.
• Assists the classroom teacher in the preparation and implementation of class activities.
• Assists classroom teacher with the record keeping process and data collection.
• Participates in school functions, field trips and extracurricular activities as indicated.
• Participates in on-going in-service training.
• Assists with hall duty and bus loading and unloading as directed.
• Assumes a lead role with the substitute teacher when the classroom teacher is absent.
• Assists with toileting, diapering, food preparation, feeding and other delegated medical procedures as directed.
• Assists with the movement of students from one area of the school to another or to a specialized position.
• Assists with instruction, positioning and therapy as directed by related services personnel.
• Assists in maintaining a sanitary environment; handles body fluids following universal precautions.
• Assists in implementing community-based instruction or community/campus-based skills training without direct on-site supervision in accordance with State guidelines.
• Monitors the classroom during teacher’s participation in IEP meetings or other activities/planning which require the teacher to be out of the room.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

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Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA; Special Education > Autism; Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 514 Glover Street
• Marietta, Georgia 30060
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