Career Technical Special Education Paraprofessional – NCCA Position Available In Newton, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: The Career Technical Special Education Paraprofessional position at Newton County Schools involves providing instructional support to students with disabilities to help them progress in the general curriculum and on their IEP goals and objectives. The role requires an Associate's Degree or equivalent, good communication skills, and the ability to work well with both adults and students. The pay grade is 57, based on education level, and the position is full-time with 184 days of work over 10 months. The supervisor for this role is the school administration.
Job Description
Career Technical Special Education Paraprofessional•NCCA
Newton County Schools
Newton College and Career Academy•Covington, Georgia This job is also posted in Newton County Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5176604
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Today
Starting Date:
Jul 31, 2025
Job Description
Job Title:
Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional
Pay Grade:
5•7 (based on education level)
Supervisor:
School Administration
Days/Months:
184/10
Department:
School Location
Classification:
Non-Exempt
PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Special Education Instructional Support Paraprofessional shall be directly responsible to the building Principal and must be able to provide instructional support to students with disabilities to enable them to progress in the general curriculum and on their IEP goals and objectives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associate’s Degree or two years (60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours) of college OR HS diploma/GED with successful completion of the Georgia Paraprofessional Certification Test.
Valid Paraprofessional Certificate.
Be able to work well with adults and students, and possess good communication skills.
Be well organized and have good time management skills.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Be present at work every day, on time, and perform duties as assigned effectively and efficiently.
Be neat, professional in appearance and appropriately attired for job responsibilities.
Comply with school, system, state and federal regulations and policies, including the Professional Standards Commission Code of Ethics as related to job responsibilities.
Provide instructional support to individuals and/or small groups of Students With Disabilities in the special education or general education setting as assigned by the teacher.
Demonstrate fair and effective classroom management skills and assist with supervision of students to ensure their safety and adherence to school rules and regulations.
Perform data collection and routine record-keeping as instructed by the teacher using techniques and procedures acquired through professional learning.
Assist the teacher in performing necessary clerical tasks that may include the ordering and inventory of classroom equipment and materials.
Maintain proficient instructional technology skills to include but not be limited to all Microsoft Office applications. Comply with system technology policies and procedures.
Participate in professional learning as required by the school system.
Maintain confidentiality of all school information concerning students, staff and school business.
Attend faculty meetings and other meetings as required.
Maintain paraprofessional certification as required by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
Exhibit a time on task, flexible, cooperative, progressive and hardworking attitude and style.
Demonstrate positive working relationships with others and take direction readily in a cooperative manner from the supervisor.
Assume a leadership role in the absence of the regularly assigned teacher.
Assist in the preparation of materials for instruction, class displays, bulletin boards and other instructional activities, i.e. flash cards, charts, transparencies
Ensure that the classroom, equipment and other resources are maintained in safe and sanitary condition.
Monitor students before and after school and during other non-instructional transition periods as assigned.
Communicate with students, parents, faculty and staff using appropriate verbal and written communication skills and exhibit the fundamentals of good public customer service.
Maintain current
Mindset:
De-Escalation/Physical Restraint Certification when required.
Perform other such duties as assigned by the Principal.
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NCSS Salary Schedules
Classified Salary Schedule GRADE 5•7 based on education level
GRADE 5 = paraprofessional assessment test w/ HS diploma or GED
GRADE 6 = Associates Degree / 60+ semester hours or 90+ quarter hours
GRADE 7 = Bachelor’s Degree or higher
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
