Paraprofessional, Special Education (MOID) -MRES

Newton County Schools; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton County Schools seeks a Special Education Adaptive Paraprofessional at Middle Ridge Elementary School in Covington, GA. The role provides physical and instructional support to students with disabilities, enabling progress toward IEP goals within the general curriculum.

The position requires meeting Georgia paraprofessional standards, daily attendance, and collaboration with teachers to implement instructional activities and data collection.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours OR HS diploma with Paraprofessional Certification Test.
• Valid Paraprofessional Certificate is required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills essential for collaboration with staff and students.
• Be able to work well with adults and students and maintain effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Be present at work every day, on time, and perform duties efficiently as assigned.
• Comply with all relevant school and district policies and ethics codes.
• Provide instructional support to students with disabilities as directed by teachers.
• Assist with classroom management and supervision to ensure safety.
• Record data and maintain routine records related to student progress as directed.
• Assist with clerical tasks and inventory of classroom materials.
• Maintain proficiency in Microsoft Office and comply with technology policies.
• Attend professional learning sessions and faculty meetings as required.
• Maintain paraprofessional certification as required by the PSC.
• Collaborate with colleagues and follow supervisor directions.
• Prepare instructional materials, displays, and learning aids as needed.
• Ensure classroom and equipment are maintained in a safe, sanitary condition.
• Monitor students during non-instructional times and transitions.
• Communicate with students, parents, and staff professionally.
• Maintain current Mindset: De-Escalation/Physical Restraint Certification when required.
• Be physically able to perform tasks including lifting and standing for extended periods.
• Assist students in activities supporting essential life-functions as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s Degree or 60 semester hours/90 quarter hours OR HS diploma with Paraprofessional Test

Valid Paraprofessional Certificate

Paraprofessional Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Paraprofessional, Special Education (MOID) -MRES

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Job Details

Job ID: 5955663

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title:

Special Education Adaptive Paraprofessional

Pay Grade:

(based on education level)

Supervisor:

School Administration

Days/Months:

184 / 10

Department:

School Location

Classification:

Non-Exempt

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Special Education Adaptive Paraprofessional shall be directly responsible to the building Principal and must be able to provide physical and instructional support to students with disabilities to enable them to progress in the general curriculum and on their IEP goals and objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s Degree or two years (60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours) of college OR HS diploma/GED with successful completion of the Georgia Paraprofessional Certification Test.
• Valid Paraprofessional Certificate.
• Be able to work well with adults and students, and possess good communication skills.
• Be well organized and have good time management skills.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• Be present at work every day, on time, and perform duties as assigned effectively and efficiently.
• Comply with school, system, state and federal regulations and policies, including the Professional Standards Commission Code of Ethics as related to job responsibilities.
• Provide instructional support to individuals and/or small groups of Students With Disabilities in the special education or general education setting as assigned by the teacher or related services provider.
• Demonstrate fair and effective classroom management skills and assist with supervision of students to ensure their safety and adherence to school rules and regulations.
• Perform data collection and routine record-keeping as instructed by the teacher using techniques and procedures acquired through professional learning to include but not be limited to the Georgia Alternate Assessment Student Portfolio.
• Assist the teacher in performing necessary clerical tasks that may include the ordering and inventory of classroom equipment and materials.
• Maintain proficient instructional technology skills to include but not be limited to all Microsoft Office applications. Comply with system technology policies and procedures.
• Participate in professional learning as required by the school system and attend faculty meetings and other meetings as required.
• Maintain paraprofessional certification as required by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
• Demonstrate positive working relationships with others and take direction readily in a cooperative manner from the supervisor. Exhibit a time on task, a flexible, cooperative, progressive and hardworking attitude and style.
• Assist in the preparation of materials for instruction, class displays, bulletin boards and other instructional activities, i.e. flash cards, charts, transparencies.
• Ensure that the classroom, equipment and other resources are maintained in safe and sanitary condition.
• Monitor students before and after school and during other non-instructional transition periods as assigned.
• Communicate with students, parents, faculty and staff using appropriate verbal and written communication skills and exhibit the fundamentals of good public customer service.
• Maintain current Mindset: De-Escalation/Physical Restraint Certification when required.
• Be physically able to perform tasks involving light to heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling and must be able to walk and/or stand a minimum of six (6) hours with breaks.
• Physically assist students as needed to maintain essential life-functions and to participate as much as possible in the full range of educational and developmental opportunities. May perform or supervise catheterization, tube feeding or any other health-related tasks which may lawfully be performed by a lay person appropriately trained in such procedures. Maintain current CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and basic First Aid Certification.
• Perform other such duties as assigned by the Principal.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Contact Information

• Rhonda Battle , Principal
• Middle Ridge Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]