Special Education Paraprofessional — Classroom Support & Growth

Lakewood City Schools; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakewood City Schools is seeking a dedicated Educational Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year at Roosevelt Elementary School. This role requires working Monday through Friday for not over six hours and 15 minutes daily, assisting in special education classrooms.

Applicants must be willing to undergo training in crisis prevention and hold an education aide permit. Responsibilities include supporting students, performing health-related tasks such as toileting and feeding, and working under the direction of the principal.

Qualifications

• Must have or obtain an education aide permit from the Ohio Department of Education.
• Complete Ohio Para Assessment if required.
• Ability to perform medical procedures with training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the education and support of students in special education.
• Perform various medical and health-related procedures.
• Support the building principal and/or designee.

Skills

Crisis prevention intervention training

Lifting and toileting

Ability to assist with feeding

Education

Associate's Degree

48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours

Job description

Lakewood City Schools is seeking a dedicated Educational Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year at Roosevelt Elementary School. This role requires working Monday through Friday for not over six hours and 15 minutes daily, assisting in special education classrooms.

Applicants must be willing to undergo training in crisis prevention and hold an education aide permit. Responsibilities include supporting students, performing health-related tasks such as toileting and feeding, and working under the direction of the principal.