Area 4 Elementary School_ Paraprofessional, Special Education (Princeton ES ) 2026-2027

Essential Functions

• Aids students with physical and personal care needs, including feeding, toileting, lifting, mobility, and non-medical personal care activities, as outlined in the student's IEP and in accordance with district policy, required training, and applicable state laws.
• Serves as a liaison between students and parents, providing updates on student progress and addressing concerns.
• Supports students with daily health-related care needs, such as hygiene and other non-medical assistance, when appropriately trained and authorized, ensuring all activities align with IEP requirements, obtained consent, and district and state guidelines.
• Assists with health care procedures, including hygiene and medications, as needed for daily care.
• Provides small groups and/or individualized instruction to students, in accordance with lesson plans developed by the teacher.
• Maintains a safe and structured learning environment.
• Supports students' self-regulation, social skills, and behavioral strategies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment, required.
• An associate degree or higher from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission-approved accredited college or university is required.
• Minimum of sixty (60) semester hours or ninety (90) quarter hours of college courses completed with a GPA (Grade Point Average) of 2.0 or higher from a Georgia Professional Standards Commission-approved accredited college or university.
• A valid Professional Standards Commission-approved paraprofessional certificate is required.

Salary

Salary Grade/Schedule: Unified 108
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