Special Education Paraprofessional: Empower Student Growth

DeKalb County School District; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Middle School in the DeKalb County School District seeks a SPED Paraprofessional to support students with educational, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. You will implement lesson plans, assist with health-related tasks, and help maintain a structured classroom environment under a certified teacher.

The role requires strong communication, collaboration with staff, and adherence to FERPA/district policies. Salary grade Unified 108; posted 6/23/2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and required assessment (GACE Paraprofessional).
• Associate degree or 60/90 credit hours with GPA 2.0+ and PSC-approved college.
• Valid paraprofessional certificate as required by PSC.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with physical and personal care per IEP and district policy.
• Provide small group or one-on-one instruction under guidance of a teacher.
• Support classroom management and grading/recordkeeping tasks.
• Reinforce academic content and implement accommodations per IEP.

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Student support

Instructional support

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

60/90 credit hours

Paraprofessional certificate

Job description

Freedom Middle School in the DeKalb County School District seeks a SPED Paraprofessional to support students with educational, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. You will implement lesson plans, assist with health-related tasks, and help maintain a structured classroom environment under a certified teacher.

The role requires strong communication, collaboration with staff, and adherence to FERPA/district policies. Salary grade Unified 108; posted 6/23/2026.