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

Cobb County School District (CCSD); Austell (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County School District's Sanders Elementary School in Austell, GA seeks a Paraprofessional in Special Education with Autism Integrated duties. You will assist the classroom teacher in delivering educational activities and supporting students with IEP goals.

The role requires caring communication, ability to handle sensitive situations, and adherence to school policies. This is a full-time, 181-day position with monthly pay and Georgia Paraprofessional certification required or pursued.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60/90 credits with 2.0 GPA or passing GACE Paraprofessional required.
• Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate with in-service training required or to be pursued.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with educational activities and curriculum delivery.
• Support students with IEP goals, behavior supports, and instruction.
• Prepare materials and maintain classroom records.
• Monitor student safety and assist with mobility support as needed.
• Attend school events and participate in ongoing in-service training.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Education

Associate Degree, 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours, 2.0 GPA or GACE Paraprofessional

Job description

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

Cobb County School District SANDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - 0173 - Austell, Georgia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5972543

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

Posted: Oct 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 17, 2026

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional, Special Education

JOB CODE: 436A, 436C

DIVISION: Academic, Support & Specialized Services

SALARY SCHEDULE: Paraprofessional

DEPARTMENT: Special Education

WORK DAYS: 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

1. Education Level: Associate Degree, two years of college credit (a minimum of 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours and a 2.0 GPA), or passing score on the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment Test required
2. 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

1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
2. 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.
3. Follows all county, state and federal policies and procedures.
4. Assists the classroom teacher in the preparation and implementation of class activities.
5. Assists classroom teacher with the record keeping process and data collection.
6. Participates in school functions, field trips and extracurricular activities as indicated.
7. Participates in on-going in-service training.
8. Assists with hall duty and bus loading and unloading as directed.
9. Assumes a lead role with the substitute teacher when the classroom teacher is absent.
10. Assists with toileting, diapering, food preparation, feeding and other delegated medical procedures as directed.
11. Assists with the movement of students from one area of the school to another or to a specialized position.
12. Assists with instruction, positioning and therapy as directed by related services personnel.
13. Assists in maintaining a sanitary environment; handles body fluids following universal precautions.
14. Assists in implementing community based instruction or community/campus based skills training without direct on-site supervision in accordance with State guidelines.
15. Monitors the classroom during teacher's participation in IEP meetings or other activities/planning which require the teacher to be out of the room.
16. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

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Position Type: Not provided

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 514 Glover Street
• Marietta, Georgia 30060
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]

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