Paraprofessional (Sprouts)

Forsyth County Schools; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsyth County Schools is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for Cumming Elementary to support teachers in meeting the educational, behavioral, and social needs of students with disabilities.

Requirements include a GaPSC Paraprofessional License, associate degree or higher or passing the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment, and the ability to supervise students safely in emergencies. 190-day annual schedule and on-site duties.

Qualifications

• Valid Georgia Paraprofessional License.
• Associate degree or higher or pass GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.
• Pass a high school diploma or HSE if not eligible by degree.
• Strong confidentiality, listening, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide small group or individual instruction to students with disabilities.
• Assist with classroom management for an effective learning environment.
• Assist with assessment and record-keeping tasks.
• Prepare instructional materials and ensure availability before sessions.
• Perform clerical tasks as required and support teachers.

Skills

Communication skills

Listening skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

GACE Paraprofessional Assessment

Paraprofessional License (GaPSC)

High School Diploma or HSE

Job description

Paraprofessional (Sprouts) JobID: 4256
Position Type:
Support Staff/Special Education Paraprofessional

Location:
Cumming Elementary

Job Title: SPECIAL EDUCATION
PARAPROFESSIONAL
Job Classification: CLASSIFIED
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Salary Type: ANNUAL
Salary Schedule/Days: PARA/190 DAYS Location/Department: SCHOOL BASED
Retirement Plan: TRS Evaluation Instrument: CLASSIFIED

POSITION SUMMARY

Support teachers in meeting the educational, behavioral, and social needs of students with
disabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Certifications, Licenses or Permits:
Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission Paraprofessional License.
Education, Experience, and Other Requirements:
Associate’s degree or higher in any subject from a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution or have passed
the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment. If eligibility is established through the assessment, the applicant
must also hold a minimum of a high school diploma or state-approved High School Equivalency (HSE).
Proven ability to work with others in a confidential, cooperative, and service-oriented manner; excellent
listening and communication skills.
Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
May be regularly required to walk, stand, sit, crouch, crawl, push/pull, and lift up to 50lbs.
Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

In accordance with lesson plans developed by the teacher, provide small group and/or
individualized instruction to students with disabilities .
Assist teachers with daily classroom management activities designed to ensure that students
demonstrate behavior that is conducive to an effective learning environment.
Assist teachers with assessment of student performance and other record-keeping tasks.
Assist teachers with the development and organization of appropriate instructional materials
for use with students and ensure the availability of these materials prior to scheduled
instructional segments.
Perform necessary clerical tasks as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.