Griffin Spalding Substitute Paraprofessional

**About this role**

Griffin Spalding County Schools is seeking dependable and enthusiastic Substitute Paraprofessionals to join their team on an on-call, as-needed basis. As one of Georgia's established public school districts, Griffin Spalding County Schools is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for every student. Substitute Paraprofessionals play a vital role in maintaining classroom continuity and ensuring students receive the instructional support they need, even when regular staff are unavailable. This position provides instructional support to teachers and other school staff to enhance the learning environment for students. You will work directly with students in a variety of classroom and non-classroom settings, assisting with instruction, supervision, and enrichment activities. Whether you're supporting a general education classroom, a special education setting, or a specific subject area, your presence makes a meaningful difference in the daily lives of students. Hours are not guaranteed and are flexible, based on district need. Assignments are offered on an as-needed, substitute basis. This role is ideal for individuals who value flexibility, enjoy working with young people, and are ready to step in and make an immediate positive impact. Successful candidates will be professional, punctual, and adaptable ready to support any classroom environment at a moment's notice.

**A Day in the Life**

A typical day as a Substitute Paraprofessional with Griffin Spalding County Schools begins with a morning check-in at the assigned school, where you'll review the day's schedule and receive instructions from the lead teacher or school staff. Throughout the day, you'll circulate through the classroom providing one-on-one or small group instructional support, helping students work through assignments and reinforcing skills introduced by the teacher. You may assist in setting up learning materials, supervising students during transitions, lunch, or recess, and supporting students who need additional academic or behavioral guidance. You may also assist with testing and evaluation activities to help determine student progress. The pace of the day varies some moments call for calm, focused academic support, while others require quick thinking and a steady, reassuring presence. At the end of the day, you'll help ensure students are safely dismissed and the classroom is left in order. Success in this role looks like students who feel supported, teachers who feel relieved, and a school day that runs smoothly.

**Responsibilities**

• Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and the physical classroom environment to support daily learning activities.
• Support planning and preparation for group and individual student activities as directed by the lead teacher.
• Supervise students during both instructional and non-instructional periods, including transitions, lunch, and recess.
• Provide individual and small group instructional support to reinforce academic skills taught by the classroom teacher, helping students work through assignments, and delivering enrichment and remedial assistance.
• Assist with testing and evaluation activities to help assess and document student progress.
• Participate in activities that promote positive interaction and engagement within the instructional process.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment by modeling appropriate behavior and following school policies.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by school staff or district administration.
• Maintain classroom continuity and ensure students receive the instructional support they need.
• Work directly with students in various classroom and non-classroom settings, supporting general education, special education, or specific subject areas.
• Make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of students.
• Review the day's schedule and rece ve instructions from the lead teacher or school staff.
• Support students who need additional academic or behavioral guidance.
• Help ensure students are safely dismissed and the classroom is left in order.
  
  

**Requirements**

**Required**

• **!**Must be 21 years of age or older.
• **!**Completion and acknowledgment of the Griffin Spalding Employee Handbook
• **!**Successful completion of a Georgia Gemalto Background Check
• **!**Ability to lift heavy objects up to 65 lbs
• **!**Ability to work on an on-call, flexible basis and report to assigned schools as needed
• **!**Professional, punctual, and dependable with a friendly and approachable demeanor
• **!**Ability to maintain a professional appearance consistent with school environment standards
• **!**Ability to step in and make an immediate positive impact
• **!**Adaptable ready to support any classroom environment at a moment's notice
• **!**High School Diploma or GED
• **!**Enjoy working with young people
• **!**Value flexibility
  
  

**Preferred**

• Associate's Degree or higher in Education, Child Development, or a related field
• GACE Paraprofessional Assessment results demonstrating instructional competency
• Eligibility under the Griffin 21-Year Waiver (as applicable)
• Prior experience working with children in an educational, childcare, or youth program setting
• Familiarity with classroom management strategies and differentiated instructional support techniques