SPED Paraprofessional — Elementary Support & Growth

DeKalb County School District; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County School District seeks a SPED Paraprofessional for Jolly Elementary School. The role supports students with physical care, implements instructional plans, and collaborates with the teaching team to promote high academic expectations.

The paraprofessional assists with health-related needs, reading and math support, and data collection under a certified teacher’s supervision. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required and pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.
• Associate degree or higher from a GA PSC-approved college is required.
• 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours with GPA 2.0+ accepted.
• Valid PSC-approved paraprofessional certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with physical and personal care needs as outlined in IEPs.
• Provide small group or one-on-one instructional support.
• Support teachers with classroom management and testing tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality and FERPA compliance.

Skills

Student support

Team collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Classroom assistance

Education

HS diploma/GED

Associate degree or higher (GA PSC approved)

Sixty hours or ninety quarter hours

Job description

DeKalb County School District seeks a SPED Paraprofessional for Jolly Elementary School. The role supports students with physical care, implements instructional plans, and collaborates with the teaching team to promote high academic expectations.

The paraprofessional assists with health-related needs, reading and math support, and data collection under a certified teacher’s supervision. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.