Pre-K Paraprofessional for Centennial Arts Academy for the 2026-2027 School Year

Gainesville City School District; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Gainesville City Schools seeks a Pre-K Paraprofessional for Centennial Arts Academy for the 2026-2027 school year. The person will assist the teacher with classroom instruction, supervise students, and help with activities and assessments.

This on-site role supports high-need student populations. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, plus either 60 college hours or an Associate degree, or valid GACE Paraprofessional certification.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Requires 60 college hours or an associate degree, or higher.
• Paraprofessional certification (GACE) preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with small group or individual activities.
• Support teacher supervision of students and classroom routines.
• Assist with student assessment, grading, and data collection.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Patience with students

Education

High School Diploma or GED

60 college hours or an Associate degree

GACE Paraprofessional Certification

Job description

Pre-K Paraprofessional for Centennial Arts Academy for the 2026-2027 School Year JobID: 1476

• Date Posted: 11/4/2026
• Location: Centennial Arts Academy (High-Needs School)
• Date Available: 01/04/2027

GAINESVILLE CITY SCHOOLS

Position Description

The Gainesville City School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.

WORK LOCATION: School Based FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Principal WORK CALENDAR: 190 Days

SALARY SCHEDULE: APPROVED (Board)

PAY GRADE: REVISED: April 2020

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Principal.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Attends in-service activities as required/needed.
• Conducts small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher.
• Assists the teacher with supervision of students, which may include lifting of students.
• Assists the teacher with student assessment, grading work and tests, and collecting data on student progress.
• Assists the teacher with routine record keeping.
• Assists the teacher with the preparation of materials for instruction (including the copying/ duplicating of materials, construction of displays/bulletin boards, learning centers and manipulatives).
• Locates, operates and returns needed equipment.
• Assists the teacher with classroom housekeeping.
• Assists the teacher in the ordering and inventory of classroom equipment and materials.
• Assists the teacher with school-wide supervision, such as loading/unloading buses.
• Assists the teacher with medical procedures for students.
• Maintains student confidentiality.
• Works well with administrators, teachers and staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be certified and highly qualified by passing the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment or have 60 semester hours of college coursework or hold an Associate (or higher) degree.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Routine physical activities associated with typical office setting. Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling and repetitive fine motor activities. Vision, hearing and verbal communications are essential functions of this position.

REQUIRED DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Employee must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an opportunity to perform the essential functions of the position. Employees are expected to attend all required meetings as approved by the supervisor. The incumbent will adhere to the Georgia Professional Standards Commission's Code of Ethics for Educators, all Gainesville City Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, school system procedures, and all other applicable professional performance criteria. Maintenance of criminal history check is required for all employees.