Special Education Paraprofessional

Sylvania; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education provider in Oak Ridge is seeking a Mandated Special Education Aide to support students with disabilities. This role requires a high school diploma, experience with children, and the ability to assist with physical needs. Responsibilities include monitoring students during medical episodes and working closely with faculty. The position offers a Monday to Friday schedule with approximately 6.75 hours per day. Ideal candidates should apply online with necessary documentation before March 20, 2026.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Highly qualified with an Associates Degree or a minimum of two years of study.
• Experience with children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with physical needs and monitor during medical episodes.
• Attend required training sessions as needed.
• Follow specific duties assigned by principal and special education staff.

Skills

Ability to assist with physical needs of students

Experience with children with disabilities

Ability to lift 75 pounds

Ability to scribe notes and assignments

Knowledge of CPR

Ability to work cooperatively with staff

Cooperate with staff

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree or higher

Completion of two years of study (60 semester hours)

Passing score on ETS Parapro Assessment

MTTC or Basic Skills exam

ETS Parapro 460

Tools

Two person lift

SoloLift training

Job description

Internal/External Employment Opportunity

Posting Date: March 4, 2026

Department: Paraprofessional

Classification: Mandated Special Education Aide

Location: Oakridge Lower Elementary

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Highly qualified with one of the following:
  • Associates Degree or higher
  • Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours)
  • Previous successful completion of the WorkKeys Assessment with scores as follows: Reading for Information: 4, Applied Math: 4, Writing: 3
  • Passing score on Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC)-Professional Readiness Exam or the original Basic Skills Exam
  • Passing score of 460 on the ETS Parapro Assessment
• Experience with children with disabilities.
• Ability to assist with physical needs of students, including administering of medication as well as monitoring student during medical episodes.
• Knowledge/experience with two person lift and SoloLift.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Ability to scribe both notes and assignments.
• Available to attend training sessions, as needed.
• CPR certified preferred.
• Ability to work cooperatively with teachers, students, speech therapist, physical therapist and assistive technology coordinator.

Specific duties within the building will be determined by the building principal in conjunction with special education staff and administration and may be modified during the school year as the needs of special education students change.

Hours of Work

M-F: 6.75 hrs/day (8:20 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. w/40 min lunch); Half Day: 3.75hrs (8:20am-12:05pm)

*Start times on Tuesdays are 9:20 am due to late start

Deadline for applying

March 20, 2026 or until filled

Starting Date

March 13, 2026

Applicant Procedure

Please apply through our online application system at www.oakridgeschools.org (Job Opportunities tab) to complete an online application. Additional required documents must be uploaded including a cover letter, resume, most recent evaluation, three references, and any transcripts/test results.

Internal applicants (those already in the Paraprofessional Department)

can utilize the internal candidate application

It is the policy of the Oakridge Public Schools that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed or ancestry, political belief, sex, disability, religion, age, height, weight or marital status be excluded from participation in, denied benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity and in employment opportunities.