Special Education Assistant Jobs in Georgia

A Special Education Assistant plays a crucial role in elementary education by supporting students with special needs under the direction of a Special Education Teacher. They help to handle the everyday needs of these students such as helping them with their schoolwork, personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and behavioral issues. They also monitor student progress and assist the teacher in devising and implementing personalized educational plans. Special Education Assistants also contribute to maintaining a safe and comfortable classroom environment that promotes learning.

This role demands certain certifications and skills. At a minimum, they must possess a high school diploma but a degree or certification in special education or a related field is preferred. CPR and First Aid certifications are a plus. They should have excellent communication skills to effectively interact with students, teachers, and parents. Patience and empathy are essential as they will be tasked with managing children with varying abilities and behavioral issues. Prior experiences as a Teacher's Assistant, Childcare Worker, or Behavior Therapist can provide valuable experience before becoming a Special Education Assistant.

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School Paraprofessional Opportunity near Rome, Georgia

  • Rome, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Rome, GA
  • 1 day ago

Job Details: Full-Time Monday-Friday K-12 Caseloads available Job Responsibilities: Assist teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities....

Special Education Paraprofessional - NCCA

  • Covington, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Covington, GA
  • 1 day ago

Provide instructional support to individuals and/or small groups of Students With Disabilities in the special education or general education setting as assigned by the teacher....

SY25-26 IEP Paraprofessional Little River ES

  • Marietta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 6 days ago

Conduct small group or individual classroom activities based on lesson plans developed by the teacher....

Paraprofessional - Kindergarten

  • Macon, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Macon, GA
  • 7 days ago

group instruction and computer-assisted learning....

In School Suspension Paraprofessional (2025-26SY)

  • Athens, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 7 days ago

Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; stages of child development and learning styles; age appropriate...

School Paraprofessional Opportunity near Atlanta, GA

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Assist teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities. Provide one-on-one or small-group support to students who need additional help....

School Paraprofessional Opportunity near Douglasville, GA

  • Douglasville, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Douglasville, GA
  • 8 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Assist teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities. Provide one-on-one or small-group support to students who need additional help....

Special Education Paraprofessional - Veterans High

  • Kathleen, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Kathleen, GA
  • 10 days ago

Special Education Paraprofessional - Veterans High Houston County Schools VETERANS HIGH SCHOOL - Kathleen, Georgia This job is also posted in Houston County Schools Job Details Job ID:5001574 Application...

Exceptional Children Services CNA Paraprofessional

  • Fayetteville, GA
  • 17 days ago
  • Fayetteville, GA
  • 17 days ago

plans developed by the teacher 5.Assist the teacher with assessment of student performance (standardized and non- standardized testing) and other recordkeeping tasks 6.Monitor students before and after...

Sunbelt is hiring experienced Paraprofessionals in the Dock Junction, Georgia area. This Paraprofessional job will be for the rest of the 2023-2024 school year. Qualifications: Experience working...

Paraprofessional - ECCHS - Special ED - (ESS Employment)

  • Elberton, GA
  • 20 days ago
  • Elberton, GA
  • 20 days ago

Prepares instructional materials according to supervising teachers' lesson plans. Locates, procures, operates and returned needed equipment....

Paraprofessional - PreK

  • Macon, GA
  • 25 days ago
  • Macon, GA
  • 25 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Assists in providing well organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students can learn subject matter and develop skills through the use of small group instruction and...

Special Education Paraprofessional - Houston County High

  • Warner Robins, GA
  • 25 days ago
  • Warner Robins, GA
  • 25 days ago

Special Education Paraprofessional - Houston County High Houston County Schools HOUSTON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL - Warner Robins, Georgia This job is also posted in Houston County Schools Job Details Job...

Special Education Paraprofessional (MOID) - LiMS

  • Covington, GA
  • 26 days ago
  • Covington, GA
  • 26 days ago

Special Education Paraprofessional (MOID) - LiMS Newton County School System Liberty Middle School - Covington, Georgia This job is also posted in Newton County Schools Job Details Job ID:4988964 Application...

Media Paraprofessional - CLMS

  • Covington, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Covington, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Media Paraprofessional - CLMS Newton County School System Clements Middle School - Covington, Georgia This job is also posted in Newton County Schools Job Details Job ID:4980641 Application...

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Special Education Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Special Education Assistant Jobs in Georgia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Special Education Assistants in Georgia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.2%
Master's Degree
33.0%
Associate's Degree
8.7%
High School or GED
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%


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