2026-2027 Certified Paraprofessional - POOL
Ivy Prep Academy·Atlanta, Georgia
Ivy Prep Academy·Atlanta, Georgia
Special education paraprofessionals assist students with special needs under the direction of a certified teacher in various settings, supporting them in basic subjects and caring for their physical, emotional health, and safety. Duties include assisting students with academic success, managing aggressive or disruptive behavior, providing personal care, and facilitating social integration.
Special education paraprofessionals assist students with special needs under the direction of a certified teacher.
Paraprofessionals may work in an inclusionary setting (i.e. least restrictive environment) or in a self-contained resource setting.
The special education paraprofessional assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities, supporting scholars with all basic subjects, assists special needs students, and cares for their physical, emotional health and safety, affirming their abilities, and striving to promote dignity in all relationships.
Qualifications: High School Diploma required
Paraprofessional Certificate through Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) required
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma and a Paraprofessional Certificate issued through the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC). Experience is not explicitly required, suggesting an entry-level position.
Market context
Certified paraprofessional roles in Georgia are often in steady demand because schools rely on classroom support for instruction, supervision, and student services. This role is competitive for candidates who already hold the required high school diploma and Georgia PSC paraprofessional certificate, since the posting does not list experience as required. Review the school’s support needs and tailor your application to classroom assistance, student interaction, and reliability; job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.