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Varner Elementary

Paraprofessional, Kindergarten Instructional (435A)[181]

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 3 days ago

Location: Powder Springs, GA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 14 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/2/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$31,090 / year median in Georgia

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Job Description

Paraprofessional, Kindergarten Instructional (435A)[181] Cobb County School District

VARNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - 0163

- Powder Springs, Georgia Job Details

Job ID:

5909624

Application Deadline:

Oct 02, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Sep 7, 2026 Job Description

POSITION TITLE

Paraprofessional, Instructional

JOB CODE

435A (Kinder), 435B(MS), 435C(HS), 435D (ES), 435E( Pre-K),

DIVISION:

Leadership

SALARY SCHEDULE

Paraprofessional

DEPARTMENT

Leadership

WORKDAYS

181

REPORTS TO:

Principal

PAY GRADE

NH0 (4, 5, 6, 7 or 8)

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

PAY FREQUENCY

Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Works with students in completing educational activities under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

REQUIREMENTS

Educational Level:

Hold an associate degree or higher in any subject from a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution; OR Have completed 2 years (60 semester hours) of college coursework above the remedial level at a GaPSC-accepted accredited institution with a grade of "C" or better. OR Hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have passed the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment 2.

Certification/License Required:

Must maintain Georgia Paraprofessional Certificate which includes in-service training related to position 3.

Experience:

None 4.

Physical Activities:

Routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities; able to lift maximum 60 pounds; PE Paraprofessionals only-lessons frequently include demonstrating throwing, catching, kicking and striking; ability to get down on the floor and up again is frequently required to assist students; some movement of mats and equipment is expected 5.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Written and oral communication The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance. 2. Exhibits professionalism in all job-related situations; follows professional ethics in all work-related activities; presents a personal appearance which enhances the image of the school. 3. Follows all county, state and federal policies and procedures. 4. Conducts small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher. 5. Assists with supervision of students. 6. Assists with student assessment, grading work and test and collecting data on student progress. 7. Assists with routine record keeping. 8. Assists with the preparation of materials for instruction. 9. Locates, operates, and returns equipment required for classroom activities. 10. Assists with classroom housekeeping. 11. Assists in the ordering and inventory of classroom equipment and materials. 12. Assists with school-wide supervision, such as loading/unloading buses. 13. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Position Type:

Not provided