Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional - AHS

Alcovy High School; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcovy High School in Covington, Georgia seeks a Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities and assist teachers in delivering IEP goals.

The role is non-exempt, 184 days per year, with 10 months schedule and duties including classroom support, data collection, material prep and student supervision.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or 60+ semester hours or HS diploma with paraprofessional test.
• Valid Paraprofessional Certificate is required.
• Able to communicate effectively with students and adults.
• Well organized with good time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students with disabilities as assigned.
• Assist teacher with classroom management and supervision.
• Prepare instructional materials and perform clerical tasks as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to policies and ethics.
• Collect data and maintain records per teacher guidance.
• Participate in professional learning and school meetings.
• Support in implementing IEP goals and objectives.

Skills

Paraprofessional Certificate

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree or 60+ semester hours

HS diploma/GED with paraprofessional test

Paraprofessional Certification requirement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional - AHS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5911793

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 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.

Classified Salary ScheduleParaprofessionalI -IV / A - G based on education level

Level I(A)=paraprofessional assessment test w/ HS diploma or GED

Level II(D)=45-89 quarter hours or 30-59 semester hours

LevelIII(E)=Associates Degree / 60+ semester hoursor90+ quarter hours

LevelIV(G)=Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Michael Chapple , Principal
• Alcovy High School
• Email: [e-mail]