SY26-27 ESOL Paraprofessional

MAY HOWARD ELEMENTARY; Wilmington Island (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Savannah-Chatham County Public School System MAY HOWARD ELEMENTARY – Wilmington Island, GA is seeking a dedicated ESOL Paraprofessional to support classroom instruction under the supervision of a teacher.

The role requires a GED or high school diploma (associate’s preferred) and completion of state licensure requirements as applicable. You will reinforce lessons, assist with clerical duties, and help ensure student safety and engagement.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• Preferred: Associate’s degree.
• Must meet Highly Qualified criteria for state licensure.
• Ability to reinforce material and guide students.

Responsibilities

• Assists with instruction for assigned students under the teacher’s direction.
• Prepare classroom activities and displays under guidance.
• Participate in in-service training programs.
• Assist with non-instructional duties to supervise and ensure student safety.
• Support individuals and small groups in various educational settings.
• Assist with clerical duties and physical education instruction as needed.
• Assist with feeding, toileting, and daily care routines as necessary.
• Perform other duties for school effectiveness and student safety.

Skills

GED or HS diploma

Associate degree preferred

State licensure criteria

Oral and written communication

Education

GED or high school diploma

Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

Savannah-Chatham County Public School System MAY HOWARD ELEMENTARY - Wilmington Island, Georgia Open in Google Maps

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

This position is responsible for providing educational support and personal assistance for students under the direction of the teacher.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Education Level: A GED or a standard high school diploma from a GaDOE-approved and accredited institution is required. Preferred: Associate’s degree

2. Experience, Skill, and Certification: Must meet Highly Qualified criteria for state licensure of either: 2 years of college course credits; Associate’s degree; or Passing grade on the state approved assessment.

• Demonstrable ability to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher and to guide students with enrichment, remedial, and independent work as set up by the teacher.
• Knowledge of general office computer software applications, as well as use of the internet.
• Appropriate oral and written communications skills with students, parents, and co-workers.
• Must have the physical ability, dexterity, endurance, and temperament to work with students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Assists with instruction for assigned students in support of, and under the direction of, the teacher.
2. Prepares activities under the guidance of the Classroom Teacher including preparation of bulletin boards, displays, exhibits, and related classroom and school displays.
3. Participates in in-service training programs.
4. Assists Classroom Teacher with non-instructional duties such as: breakfast/snack/lunch time, bathroom, and/or clothing routines, and procedures to ensure the supervision and safety of students.
5. Assists individuals and/or small groups of students in various educational settings including the media center, computer lab, and community-based instructional settings.
6. Assists with clerical duties under the direction of the Classroom Teacher or Principal.
7. Assists with instruction in the physical education program as necessary.
8. Assists students in feeding, toileting, and other daily care routines as necessary.
9. Performs other duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization and the safety of students.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Incumbents will be considered "at will." Appropriate pay will be determined based on the Grade as determined by Human Resources and allowable experience. The work calendar will be the classified 200 day schedule.

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

A responsibility is considered to be "non-essential" (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if:

• it is shared between multiple incumbents in the job;
• it could be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup.

Note the responsibility number from the list in the "Duties and Responsibilities" section for those responsibilities that could be considered "non-essential" based on this definition.

Certain limited aspects of General Duties and Responsibilities items referenced in Section 1 (b) and (d) might be considered "non-essential" in a specific situation. Any request for accommodation must be reviewed on an "individual case" basis.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS

Most jobs in the District have physical and sensory demands that can be described by one of the two categories noted below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. The category applicable for this position is listed below.

OFFICE

Employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands.

SY26-27 ESOL Paraprofessional

Savannah-Chatham County Public School System MAY HOWARD ELEMENTARY - Wilmington Island, Georgia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Savannah-Chatham County Public School System

Job Details

Job ID: 5986666 Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Nov 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

This position is responsible for providing educational support and personal assistance for students under the direction of the teacher.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Education Level: A GED or a standard high school diploma from a GaDOE-approved and accredited institution is required. Preferred: Associate’s degree

2. Experience, Skill, and Certification: Must meet Highly Qualified criteria for state licensure of either: 2 years of college course credits; Associate’s degree; or Passing grade on the state approved assessment.

• Demonstrable ability to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher and to guide students with enrichment, remedial, and independent work as set up by the teacher.
• Knowledge of general office computer software applications, as well as use of the internet.
• Appropriate oral and written communications skills with students, parents, and co-workers.
• Must have the physical ability, dexterity, endurance, and temperament to work with students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Assists with instruction for assigned students in support of, and under the direction of, the teacher.
2. Prepares activities under the guidance of the Classroom Teacher including preparation of bulletin boards, displays, exhibits, and related classroom and school displays.
3. Participates in in-service training programs.
4. Assists Classroom Teacher with non-instructional duties such as: breakfast/snack/lunch time, bathroom, and/or clothing routines, and procedures to ensure the supervision and safety of students.
5. Assists individuals and/or small groups of students in various educational settings including the media center, computer lab, and community-based instructional settings.
6. Assists with clerical duties under the direction of the Classroom Teacher or Principal.
7. Assists with instruction in the physical education program as necessary.
8. Assists students in feeding, toileting, and other daily care routines as necessary.
9. Performs other duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization and the safety of students.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Incumbents will be considered "at will." Appropriate pay will be determined based on the Grade as determined by Human Resources and allowable experience. The work calendar will be the classified 200 day schedule.

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

A responsibility is considered to be "non-essential" (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if:

• it is shared between multiple incumbents in the job;
• it could be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup.

Note the responsibility number from the list in the "Duties and Responsibilities" section for those responsibilities that could be considered "non-essential" based on this definition.

Certain limited aspects of General Duties and Responsibilities items referenced in Section 1 (b) and (d) might be considered "non-essential" in a specific situation. Any request for accommodation must be reviewed on an "individual case" basis.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS

Most jobs in the District have physical and sensory demands that can be described by one of the two categories noted below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. The category applicable for this position is listed below.

OFFICE

Employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands.

Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $17.45 to $30.27 Per Hour Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• THR, Office of Talent and Human Resources
• 507 S Coastal Hwy
• Port Wentworth, Georgia 31407
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]