2026-2027 Special Education Paraprofessional
Ivy Prep Academy
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Salary
$28,000 / YEAR
Quick overview
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.
Requirements summary
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.
Job description
General Summary
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
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting students in achieving academic success
- Working with students who may be aggressive or disruptive in class
- Behavior support which includes physical management (training provided upon hire)
- Personal care
- Social integration
- Consultation and collaboration with Special Education and general education teacher
- Teachers as well as related service staff
- All other duties as may be assigned per Director of Scholar Services.