What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional - Special Education position at Cleveland Heights-University Heights School District?
Internal applicants have until Monday, April 13, 2026 to apply.
Description: Assist teachers, counselors and administrators in providing educational services to students with special needs. Work will involve assisting students with remedial, enrichment and/or independent living activities as well as supporting instructional and educational goals..
Job Summary: Minimum of 7.0 hours/day, 5 days/week, 195 days/year
Elementary School Paraprofessional Day: 8:15 AM - 3:45 PM, Monday - Friday
Minimum Qualifications
2 years of college coursework
OR an Associate's Degree or higher
OR high school diploma with the passage of the ParaPro Assessment prior to employment
One year of related successful work experience
Strong interpersonal skills
Experience in operating basic office equipment, such as copiers
Ability to lift equipment, supplies and/or children weighing at least forty (40) pounds
Physical ability to perform all of the essential functions of the job.
An active Educational Aide Permit (1-Year or 4-Year) or a teaching license issued by the Ohio Department of Education
Preferred qualifications: Experience working with students with special needs
Salary: $16.92/hour (non-degreed); $19.12/hour (2-year degree); $20.82 (Teaching Certificate)
Standard Employee Benefits
Hiring Managers: Erin Hanna, Coordinator of Student Services and Patrick McNichols, Principal
HR Staff: Sean E. Patton, Chief of Human Resources and Operations
Charlene Lightfoot, Confidential Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
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https://vimeo.com/348216056/a2b11beef1
Description: Assist teachers, counselors and administrators in providing educational services to students with special needs. Work will involve assisting students with remedial, enrichment and/or independent living activities as well as supporting instructional and educational goals..
Job Summary: Minimum of 7.0 hours/day, 5 days/week, 195 days/year
Elementary School Paraprofessional Day: 8:15 AM - 3:45 PM, Monday - Friday
Minimum Qualifications
2 years of college coursework
OR an Associate's Degree or higher
OR high school diploma with the passage of the ParaPro Assessment prior to employment
One year of related successful work experience
Strong interpersonal skills
Experience in operating basic office equipment, such as copiers
Ability to lift equipment, supplies and/or children weighing at least forty (40) pounds
Physical ability to perform all of the essential functions of the job.
An active Educational Aide Permit (1-Year or 4-Year) or a teaching license issued by the Ohio Department of Education
Preferred qualifications: Experience working with students with special needs
Salary: $16.92/hour (non-degreed); $19.12/hour (2-year degree); $20.82 (Teaching Certificate)
Standard Employee Benefits
Hiring Managers: Erin Hanna, Coordinator of Student Services and Patrick McNichols, Principal
HR Staff: Sean E. Patton, Chief of Human Resources and Operations
Charlene Lightfoot, Confidential Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
CH-UH is the "BEST Place to Work" Video:
https://vimeo.com/348216056/a2b11beef1
Salary : $17 - $19