Special Education Instructional Support Specialist

Newton County Schools; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Newton County Schools in Covington, GA is hiring a Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities and help them progress in the general curriculum and toward IEP goals. The role requires collaboration with teachers, data collection, material preparation, and maintaining a safe classroom.

A Paraprofessional certificate and relevant education hours are required, with a non-exempt, school-year schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or two years of college or HS diploma/GED with paraprofessional test.
• Valid Paraprofessional Certificate.
• Able to work well with adults and students; strong communication skills.
• Be well organized with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students with disabilities in special or general education.
• Assist with classroom management and supervise students for safety.
• Perform data collection and routine record-keeping as instructed.
• Assist in clerical tasks like ordering and inventory of materials.
• Maintain proficiency in Microsoft Office and comply with tech policies.
• Attend meetings and participate in professional learning.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Professional demeanor

Education

Associate’s Degree

Paraprofessional Certification

HS diploma/GED with paraprofessional test

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Newton County Schools in Covington, GA is hiring a Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities and help them progress in the general curriculum and toward IEP goals. The role requires collaboration with teachers, data collection, material preparation, and maintaining a safe classroom.

A Paraprofessional certificate and relevant education hours are required, with a non-exempt, school-year schedule.