Special Education Paraprofessional, Northland Preparatory and Fitness Academy

Job overview

The Special Education Paraprofessional role is onsite at Northland Preparatory and Fitness Academy in Columbus, OH. The posting states a salary of $25,250 per year. Performance Academies says its mission is to build future-ready students through academics, structured fitness, and character education. The paraprofessional supports classroom instruction and students with disabilities by helping implement IEP goals, accommodations, and classroom activities. The role also assists with behavior support, student supervision, documentation, and collaboration with teachers and support staff.

What you'll do

• Assist teachers with classroom instruction and academic skills
• provide one-on-one and small-group support
• help implement IEP goals, accommodations, and classroom activities
• prepare learning materials
• monitor progress and maintain assigned documentation
• support positive behavior and classroom management
• supervise and escort students throughout school settings
• report behavioral concerns, safety issues, and incidents
• accompany students on field trips and activities
• collaborate with teachers and support staff
• participate in IAT and IEP meetings as requested
• assist with parent communication as directed
• follow school policies, safety procedures, and confidentiality requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education paraprofessional

northland preparatory and fitness academy

full-time

columbus oh

performance academies

student support

iep

classroom assistance

behavior support

$25,250/year

medical benefits day one

ohio educational aide permit

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical plans with company premium contributions
• dental and vision insurance
• company-paid basic life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• voluntary insurance options
• STRS participation for school-based positions
• scheduled holiday breaks
• paid time off and personal days
• potential performance bonuses.

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or GED and a current Ohio Educational Aide Permit or ability to obtain one; a bachelor’s degree in education is preferred.

About the employer

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