1:1 Paraprofessional at Carleton School - For Eastern Local

Apr 2 2026

At the Athens-Meigs ESC, our mission is to work in partnership with the community to improve student achievement, build educator capacity, and raise expectations for students in our service region. We’re taking on the most exciting challenges of our working lives, and we succeed with a team that represents an inclusive and diverse set of identities and backgrounds.

Position: 1:1 Paraprofessional at Carleton School (Meigs County Board of Developmental Disabilities) for an Eastern Local student.

Salary: Per Established Paraprofessional Salary Schedule. This is a nine month part time position.

Start Date: May 4, 2026 or as determined by Eastern Local and Carleton School.

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED, and Associate’s Degree.

• Passing score on State Parapro Assessment if no degree (or equivalent).

• Must pass BCI and FBI background checks

Position Description (includes but is not limited to):

• Ensure safety of students

• Provide assistance to classroom teacher

• Work with students both individually and in small groups

• Assist with gross motor time, restroom breaks, bussing, etc.

• Promote good social relationships between children

• Assist students with toiletry needs and diapering as needed

• Duplicate or prepare materials for class projects

• Maintain respect at all times for confidential records and student information

• Interact in a positive and professional manner with students, staff, and parents

• Attend meetings and in-services as required

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Play learning games

• Assist teacher in maintaining student files

• Prepare supply, material, and equipment requisitions as directed by immediate supervisor

• Respond to routine questions and requests in a timely manner

• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Working Conditions:

• Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions (i.e., being prepared to come to work on all scheduled workdays, except calamity days)

• Frequent and regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, kneel, and stoop

• Occasional requirement to carry, lift, push, and pull items up to a maximum of 50 pounds

  
  

Application Process: Email a cover letter, current resume, contact information for 3 professional references, and any other materials that support the applicant’s qualifications to:

Helen Douglas at: [email protected]

Deadline to Apply: April 24, 2026 or until the position is filled.

• Classified Position