2026-2027 KINDERGARTEN PARAPROFESSIONAL

About the role

POSITION SUMMARY The Paraprofessional provides in-person and virtual instruction, organization, and behavioral support to teachers and students to promote academic achievement, student engagement, and a positive learning environment. Assists with classroom instruction, student supervision, individualized support, assessment activities, and the implementation of academic and behavioral interventions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: • Associate's degree or two years of college coursework (60 semester hours or more) earned at an accredited institution OR • A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED and passing scores on the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment Test Certifications/Licenses: • Must hold or be eligible for a paraprofessional certi?cate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission Experience: • 2 years of experience preferred; work experience gained through education and certification/license requirements. • Experience in K�12 education or public sector preferred   ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Provides instructional support to teachers by assisting with classroom management, lesson implementation, small-group and individualized instruction, academic interventions, enrichment activities, and the preparation of instructional materials • Supports student learning and development by monitoring academic progress, reinforcing instructional concepts, promoting positive behavior, implementing social-emotional learning practices, and encouraging student independence and engagement • Assists in creating inclusive learning environments by supporting the needs of diverse learners, including students with disabilities and multilingual learners, in accordance with individualized learning plans and established support strategies • Supervises students in classrooms and other school settings to maintain a safe, orderly, and positive learning environment while supporting student transitions and implementing behavior intervention and de-escalation strategies as needed • Utilizes technology and instructional resources to support teaching and learning, assists with assessments and student recordkeeping, and supports district, state, and School-Based testing activities in accordance with established procedures • Collaborates with teachers, administrators, families, and support staff to communicate student needs, support attendance and engagement initiatives, and contribute to student success and well-being • Participates in professional learning, staff meetings, and required training while maintaining con?dentiality, demonstrating professionalism, and ful?lling assigned responsibilities with regular and reliable attendance • Required to have prompt, regular attendance in person and be available to work on-site during regular business hours and as needed • Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or their representative   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES • Knowledge of child and adolescent development, instructional practices, behavior management strategies, and social-emotional learning principles that support student success • Ability to support diverse learners, including students with disabilities, multilingual learners, and students requiring academic or behavioral interventions through differentiated instructional strategies • Proficiency in the use of technology, educational software, and digital learning tools to support instruction, communication, and student engagement • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community stakeholders • Knowledge of school safety procedures, con?dentiality requirements, and district policies, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and work collaboratively in a fast-paced educational environment   PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS • Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods • Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions • Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer • Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate?ngers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head • Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 5 or more pounds on a frequent basis. Incumbent may be required to physically restrain parties involved in a conflict • Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors • Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school pro?ciency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress COMPENSATION: Salary Grade: PARAPROFESSIONAL Salary Range:  Salary Schedules - Atlanta Public Schools Work Year: 202 Days