Special Education Paraprofessional: Classroom Support

TrulyHired; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwinnett County Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional Educator to support the instructional program in classrooms serving diverse learners, including special needs students. Under supervision, you will assist in implementing IEP goals, monitor behavior, and provide information to school staff.

Responsibilities include adapting activities, administering basic first aid, assisting with testing and daily living needs, and supporting teachers with data collection and record keeping.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and classroom support needs.
• Proficiency with MS Office and basic office equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to represent Gwinnett County Public Schools professionally.

Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom activities to reinforce IEP objectives and enable participation.
• Administer immediate first aid and basic medical assistance as directed.
• Administer tests, homework, and make-up work to support teachers.
• Assist medically fragile students with personal hygiene and daily needs.
• Assist students with disabilities with grooming, accessibility, and transfers.
• Confer with teachers to evaluate progress and implement IEP objectives.
• Implement and collect data under supervision for monitoring progress.
• Monitor students for safety in various settings and during activities.
• Maintain records, attendance, and daily logs to support teachers.
• Provide instructional support in group and individual activities.
• Respond to emergencies and apply crisis intervention procedures.
• Assist with hallway, lunchroom, restrooms, and bus duty as assigned.

Skills

Child development

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Office equipment

Represent GCPS

Education

HS Diploma / GED

Praxis Parapro / GACE Parapro

PSC approved college hours

Job description

Gwinnett County Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional Educator to support the instructional program in classrooms serving diverse learners, including special needs students. Under supervision, you will assist in implementing IEP goals, monitor behavior, and provide information to school staff.

Responsibilities include adapting activities, administering basic first aid, assisting with testing and daily living needs, and supporting teachers with data collection and record keeping.