Special Education Paraprofessional — Inspire Student Growth

DeKalb County School District; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County School District seeks a Paraprofessional, Special Education for Chapel Hill Elementary. The role supports teachers in meeting educational and behavioral needs, with emphasis on IEP-aligned assistance and data collection.

Responsibilities include direct instructional support, small group and one-on-one instruction, and collaboration with staff to promote high academic expectations and a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.
• Associate degree or higher from a Georgia PSC-approved college.
• Minimum 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours with GPA 2.0+.
• A valid PSC-approved paraprofessional certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with physical and personal care needs per IEP and district policy.
• Provides health-related support and non-medical assistance as trained and authorized.
• Delivers small group or one-on-one instruction per lesson plans.
• Supports classroom management and student behavior for effective learning.
• Assists with assessment and recordkeeping of student performance.
• Develops and organizes instructional materials for scheduled segments.
• Monitors progress and assists with data collection under supervision.
• Implements behavior intervention plans with fidelity.
• Keeps student records confidential per FERPA and district policies.

Education

High school diploma or GED and pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment

Associate degree or higher from a Georgia PSC-approved accredited college or university

Sixty (60) semester hours or ninety (90) quarter hours with GPA 2.0+

Valid paraprofessional certificate from PSC

Job description

DeKalb County School District seeks a Paraprofessional, Special Education for Chapel Hill Elementary. The role supports teachers in meeting educational and behavioral needs, with emphasis on IEP-aligned assistance and data collection.

Responsibilities include direct instructional support, small group and one-on-one instruction, and collaboration with staff to promote high academic expectations and a safe learning environment.