Special Education Paraprofessional: Classroom Support

TrulyHired; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to support instructional programs for special needs students across classrooms and non-classroom settings. You will assist in implementing IEP plans, supervise students, and collaborate with teachers to ensure students participate in activities.

Under supervision, you will help reinforce learning objectives, monitor safety, and provide data for progress reviews.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional Educator certificate issued by the Georgia PSC (PSC Required
• H.S. Diploma or GED and passed Praxis Parapro or GACE Parapro Assessment Required
• 60 semester or 90 quarter hours from a PSC approved college or university are Required
• Experience in a licensed child care environment Preferred

Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom activities and materials under supervision to support IEP goals.
• Administer immediate first aid and medical assistance as directed by a health care professional.
• Administer tests, homework, and make-up work to support teachers.
• Assist medically fragile or physically disabled students with personal care.
• Assist students with disabilities with grooming, community accessibility, and daily needs.
• Confer with teachers on progress and IEP objectives.
• Implement and collect data under supervision of teachers and IEP plans.
• Monitor students in various settings for safety and positive learning environment.
• Perform record keeping and support functions for classroom needs.
• Provide instruction to students in various activities to reinforce objectives.
• Respond to emergencies and apply crisis intervention procedures.
• Assist with monitoring duties such as hallways and lunchrooms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Microsoft Office Suite

Effective interpersonal skills

Knowledge of office & media equipment

Represent GCPS

Education

HS Diploma or GED + Praxis Parapro/GACE Parapro

60 semester or 90 quarter hours PSC approved college

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to support instructional programs for special needs students across classrooms and non-classroom settings. You will assist in implementing IEP plans, supervise students, and collaborate with teachers to ensure students participate in activities.

Under supervision, you will help reinforce learning objectives, monitor safety, and provide data for progress reviews.