Paraprofessional - Special Education - Preschool

Internal applicants have until Wednesday, January 7, 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.  

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

               
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.
An active Educational Aide Permit (1-Year or 4-Year) or a teaching license issued by the Ohio Department of Education


Preferred qualifications: Experience working with students with special needs

 
Salary: $16.92/hour (non-degreed); $19.12/hour (2-year degree); $20.82 (Teaching Certificate)


Standard Employee Benefits

 
Hiring Manager:   Erin Hanna, Coordinator of Student Services, Patrick McNichols, Principal

 
HR Staff:   Sean E. Patton, Chief of Human Resources and Operations
                  Charlene Lightfoot, Confidential Administrative Assistant - Human Resources

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