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

Cobb County School District; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw Elementary in Cobb County is seeking a dedicated Paraprofessional to assist the classroom teacher in implementing educational activities and managing student support under direction.

Requires Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate; no prior experience required; must demonstrate reliable attendance and support with record keeping, field trips, and daily student care. This is a non-exempt position with monthly pay and 181 workdays in the academic calendar.

Qualifications

• Must hold Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate; in-service training related to position will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Assists classroom teacher with instructional activities and data collection.
• Supports with record keeping and preparation of class activities.
• Assists with hall duty, bus loading/unloading as directed.
• Provides assistance with toileting, diapering and basic student care as directed by staff.
• Aids in maintaining a sanitary environment and adheres to safety guidelines.
• Participates in school functions, field trips, and professional development.
• Assists substitute teacher when classroom teacher is absent.
• Supports movement of students within the school and to specialized positions.
• Assists with instruction, positioning, and related services as directed.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Education

Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate

Job description

Kennesaw Elementary

Job Number 2400135897

Start Date 11/09/2026

Open Date 11/03/2026

Closing Date 12/01/2026

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

3.

Experience: None

4.

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

5.

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.