Paraprofessional - Special Education, MID/MOD (HS)

Cass High; Georgia; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Bartow County Schools Cass High in White, Georgia is seeking a Paraprofessional - Special Education, MID/MOD for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports classroom teachers with instruction, personal care of students, and bus transportation, requiring physical ability to lift and assist as needed.

Education: High school diploma and Georgia Paraprofessional License eligibility; obtain para certificate within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; must hold or be eligible for Georgia Paraprofessional License.
• Obtain para certificate within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher in instruction and activities, and evaluate student progress.
• Provide personal care to students, including feeding, toileting, transportation to/from bus.
• Assist with preparation of lesson materials and daily attendance; support bus boarding.
• Demonstrate ability to lift, pull and carry up to 150 pounds as needed.

Skills

Physical demands

Education

High School Diploma

Georgia Paraprofessional License

Job description

Paraprofessional - Special Education, MID/MOD (HS)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5853582
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Aug 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional - Special Education,MID/MOD for the 2026-2027 School Year

LOCATION(S): Cass HS

START DATE: August 3, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION:Assists classroom teacher in all activities including instruction, personal care of students, preparation of lesson materials and evaluation of student’s progress. Assists students in boarding and deboarding the school bus and in all aspects of personal care, including eating, transporting and toileting. Must have the physical ability to lift, pull, and carry 50 lbs. Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance. Perform other duties as requested and required.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION OR TRAINING:High school diploma. Must hold or be eligible to hold a Georgia Paraprofessional License through the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.

**YOU MUST OBTAIN YOUR PARA CERTIFICATE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE RECOMMENDATION**

Please visitGaPSC - Paraprofessionals for certification requirements.

SKILLS:Physical demands - must be able to stand and walk a minimum of six hours; lift, carry and pull up to 150 pounds.

EXPERIENCE:Previous experience as a special education paraprofessional preferred, not required.

The Bartow County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.
The Bartow County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required