Special Education Paraprofessional

Job overview

The Special Education Paraprofessional role is onsite in Toledo, OH. Compensation is not specified. The position supports students with disabilities under the direction of certified Intervention Specialists and general education teachers at Performance Academies. The paraprofessional helps implement instructional, behavioral, and social-emotional supports, including individualized education program goals. The role promotes student learning, independence, inclusion, and safety through classroom assistance and collaboration with educators, specialists, and families.

What you'll do

• Supervise students in classrooms and school areas
• attend IAT or IEP meetings when requested
• escort students to and from buses and cars
• report behavior, safety, and injury concerns
• reinforce curriculum individually and in small groups
• assist with classroom preparation, instructional strategies, and student records
• support classroom behavior management
• supervise lunch, bus, playground, and hallway duties
• accompany students on field trips
• assist with parent contact as requested
• participate in the IEP process as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education paraprofessional

toledo oh

performance academies

student support

iep support

classroom assistance

behavioral support

inclusive learning

small-group instruction

school safety

8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

educational aide licensure

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Daily hours are 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. according to the school calendar. High school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor’s degree in education is preferred. Current educational aide licensure and background checks are required.

About the employer

Performance Academies is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.