What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional - Special Needs Pre-K (2025-2026) position at Hamilton Crossing Elementary?
POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional - Special Needs PreK for the 2025-2026 School Year
LOCATION(S): Hamilton Crossing ES
START DATE: July 30, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION: Assists classroom teacher in all activities including instruction, personal care of students, preparation of lesson materials and evaluation of student’s progress. Assists students in boarding and deboarding the school bus and in all aspects of personal care, including eating, transporting and toileting. Must have the physical ability to lift, pull, and carry 50 lbs. Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance. Perform other duties as requested and required.
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION OR TRAINING: High school diploma. Must hold or be eligible to hold a Georgia Paraprofessional License through the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
SKILLS: Physical demands – must be able to stand and walk a minimum of six hours; lift, carry and pull up to 50 pounds.
EXPERIENCE: Previous experience as a special education paraprofessional preferred, not required.
The Bartow County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.
The Bartow County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.