Special Education Assistant

Parma-City-School-District; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Parma City School District Green Valley Elementary School in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities and assist school staff. This full-time position requires collaboration with the Building Principal/Special Education Supervisor and involves a 6.5-hour day, Monday through Friday.

The starting annual salary is $22,653.00. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, meet certification requirements, and demonstrate strong

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 48 semester hours or PRAXIS PARAPRO exam.
• 1–2 years related experience preferred.
• Must pass the written test or meet No Child Left Behind Act educational requirements.
• Ability to obtain Educational Aide Permit with the Ohio Department of Education.
• Ability to work effectively with students, including those with disabilities.
• Communication and organizational skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
• Ability to supervise students.
• Physical strength to lift, assist restrain, or pursue handicapped students.
• Clerical skills; including knowledge of office machines.
• Previous experience working with computers preferred.
• Maintains a good attendance record and is punctual.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Flexibility

Supervision

Behavior management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 semester hours or PRAXIS PARAPRO exam

Educational Aide Permit with Ohio Department of Education

Tools

Office machines

Job description

Special Education Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5928109

Application Deadline: Oct 07, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Re-Posted: Sep 28, 2026 7:04 PM (UTC)

Job Description

• Reports To: Building Principal/Special Education Supervisor
• Work Schedule: 6.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday
• Salary: $22,653.00 starting annual salary
• Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a minimum of 48 semester hoursof secondary education or have passed the PRAXIS PARAPRO exam
• One or two years related experience working with students with disabilities is preferred
• Must pass the written test or meet the educational requirements of the "No Child Left Behind Act"
• Ability to meet the requirements and apply for an Educational Aide Permit with the Ohio Department of Education
• Ability to work effectively with students, this may include students who display aggressive, abusive, or inappropriate verbal and/or physical behavior
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing situations
• Ability to assume responsibility for supervising students
• Knowledge and ability to apply behavior management techniques in enforcing school discipline in an appropriate context
• Must possess the physical strength and ability required to lift, assist restrain, or pursue handicapped students
• Clerical skills; including knowledge of office machines
• Previous experience working with computers preferred
• Maintains a good attendance record and is punctual

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

• Special Education > General Special Education
• Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Karl Scheider
• 5311 Longwood Ave
• Parma, Ohio 44134
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]