Paraprofessional, Special Education (SEIS) -LOES

Live Oak Elementary School; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Oak Elementary School in Covington, GA seeks a Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional to assist with students with disabilities, support the teacher, and help implement IEP goals. The role involves daily classroom presence, data collection, and material preparation, with emphasis on safety and adherence to school policies.

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree or equivalent, Georgia paraprofessional certification, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or 2 years of college with good academic standing.
• HS diploma or GED with successful Georgia Paraprofessional Certification test.
• Valid Paraprofessional Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students with disabilities under teacher direction.
• Assist in small groups and monitor students to ensure safety and rules adherence.
• Maintain data collection and routine records as instructed.
• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays as needed.
• Keep confidential student and staff information secure.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organized

Education

Associate’s Degree or 2 years of college

HS diploma/GED with paraprofessional cert

Valid Paraprofessional Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Paraprofessional, Special Education (SEIS) -LOES

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Job Details

Job ID: 5920588

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title:

Special Education Instructional 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 Instructional Support Paraprofessional shall be directly responsible to the building Principal and must be able to provide 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.
• Be neat, professional in appearance and appropriately attired for job responsibilities.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Maintain confidentiality of all school information concerning students, staff and school business.
• Attend faculty meetings and other meetings as required.
• Maintain paraprofessional certification as required by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
• Exhibit a time on task, flexible, cooperative, progressive and hardworking attitude and style.
• Demonstrate positive working relationships with others and take direction readily in a cooperative manner from the supervisor.
• Assume a leadership role in the absence of the regularly assigned teacher.
• 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.
• Perform other such duties as assigned by the Principal.

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Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Dr. Tiffany Richardson , Principal
• Live Oak Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]