Special Education Adaptive Paraprofessional - Impact Students

Young World Physical Education; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton County Schools Heard Mixon Elementary School in Covington, Georgia seeks a Special Education Adaptive Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities and assist teachers with IEP goals.

The position emphasizes instructional support, data collection, and classroom management, with requirements for a Paraprofessional Certificate and related education. Commitment to regular attendance and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or two years (60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours) of college OR HS diploma/GED with paraprofessional certification.
• Valid Paraprofessional Certificate required.
• Strong communication and organization skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Be present at work every day, on time, and perform duties as assigned.
• Provide instructional support to students with disabilities in classroom or small groups.
• Demonstrate fair classroom management and supervise students for safety and adherence to rules.
• Maintain data collection and routine records as instructed by the teacher.
• Assist with clerical tasks including ordering and inventory of materials.
• Maintain current paraprofessional certification as required.
• Communicate with students, parents, faculty and staff professionally.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Associates Degree or 60 semester hours

HS diploma/GED with Paraprofessional Certificate

Valid Paraprofessional Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Newton County Schools Heard Mixon Elementary School in Covington, Georgia seeks a Special Education Adaptive Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities and assist teachers with IEP goals.

The position emphasizes instructional support, data collection, and classroom management, with requirements for a Paraprofessional Certificate and related education. Commitment to regular attendance and teamwork is essential.