SPED Paraprofessional — Middle School Support Hero

DeKalb County School District; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Druid Hills Middle School in DeKalb County is seeking a SPED Paraprofessional to support students with educational, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers to deliver instruction and promote high academic expectations.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily care, implementing lesson plans, and supporting assessments and materials organization to ensure effective learning environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.
• Associate degree or higher from a Georgia PSC approved college or university.
• Minimum of sixty (60) semester hours or ninety (90) quarter hours with a 2.0+ GPA.
• Must obtain valid paraprofessional certificate from PSC.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with physical needs, including mobility and daily care.
• Provide small groups or individualized instruction per lesson plans.
• Monitor students during non-instructional times and transitions.
• Support classroom management and recordkeeping tasks.
• Assist with assessment of student performance and materials prep.

Skills

Mobility support

Hygiene assistance

Instructional support

Behavior management

Assessment support

Materials preparation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

60 sem hours or 90 quarter hours with GPA 2.0+

Paraprofessional certificate (GA PSC)

Job description

Druid Hills Middle School in DeKalb County is seeking a SPED Paraprofessional to support students with educational, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers to deliver instruction and promote high academic expectations.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily care, implementing lesson plans, and supporting assessments and materials organization to ensure effective learning environments.