1:1 Paraprofessional - Preschool - Special Education

Internal applicants have until Tuesday, August 11, 2026 to apply.

Description: Assist teachers, counselors and administrators in providing educational services to students with special needs. Work will involve assisting students with remedial, enrichment and/or independent living activities as well as supporting instructional and educational goals. These positions are in an intensive behavior classroom.

Job Summary: Minimum of 7.0 hours/day, 5 days/week, 195 days/year
Elementary School Parapro Day: 8:15 AM - 3:45 PM; 7.0 hours/day

Minimum Qualifications:

2 years of college coursework

OR an Associate's Degree or higher

OR high school diploma with the passage of the ParaPro Assessment prior to employment

One year of related successful work experience

Strong interpersonal skills

Experience in operating basic office equipment, such as copiers

Ability to lift equipment, supplies and/or children weighing at least forty (40) pounds

Physical ability to perform all of the essential functions of the job.

A valid Educational Aide Permit or license issued by the Ohio Department of Education

Preferred qualifications:
Experience working with students with special needs

Salary: Step 1, $17.47/hour (non-degreed); $19.74/hour (2-year degree), $21.50(teaching certificate)

Standard Employee Benefits

Hiring Managers: Erin Hanna, Coordinator of Student Services, and LaChauune Perry, Principal
HR Staff: Sean E. Patton, Chief of Human Resources and Operations

Charlene Lightfoot, Confidential Administrative Assistant - Human Resources

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