Special Education Paraprofessional; Autism

Summary

Paraprofessionals may serve in a classroom or media center. Incumbents are responsible for providing assistance to students and staff as indicated in the duties below related to the individual's assignment.

• Assist the teacher in the preparation of educational materials.
• Work individually with students or in small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assist with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and grading quizzes as assigned.
• Participate in lunchroom, recess, hall‑monitoring, and bus duties.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining bulletin boards and other learning center areas for instruction.
• Participate in required additional training related to the Dual Immersion Model if applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

High School Diploma or GED required.

Must be able to obtain a Georgia PSC Paraprofessional Certificate.

0–1 year experience required.

• Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with students and adults.
• Excellent organizational skills and flexibility.
• If working as a Paraprofessional in the Dual Immersion program, should exhibit proficiency in spoken and written language of instruction.

Classroom environment.

• Ability to lift and carry 30–50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds.
• May require lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, or crouching.
• Requires ability to move and control an adult-sized wheelchair.
• Typically sitting, standing, walking.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Education and Training
• Industry: Education Administration Programs

The Fulton County School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. For complaints or requests for accommodation or modification due to discrimination, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30339, or phone .

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