Do you have what it takes to SHINE as a paraprofessional in a special education classroom in Gwinnett?
Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) is hiring… If you can see yourself in the classroom, we want to see you at our next virtual Q&A! On Tuesday, Oct. 12, GCPS will hold a virtual information session for special education paraprofessionals and substitute teachers from 4 to 5 p.m. Register for the session and we’ll see YOU at 4 p.m. on Oct. 12!
Paraprofessionals provide support within an assigned classroom with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of students with special needs… in the regular education classroom, the special education classroom, or the community. Our paraprofessionals assist in implementing plans for instruction, monitor student behavior during non-classroom time, and attend individual Education Program (IEP) meetings.
Considering a career in education? Prospective teachers can gain on-the-job experience while getting paid. Student or parent of school-aged children? Part-time positions (20 hours) are available, with benefits and training provided. Pay range is $16,930 - $36,280 (full-time). GCPS paraprofessionals may qualify to pursue teaching certification while they work through a unique partnership with Georgia Gwinnett College.
Qualifying new employees hired on or after June 7 will be paid a $1,500 incentive for serving one full school year (2021-22) as a special education paraprofessional in GCPS. In addition, paraprofessionals who show proof of COVID-19 vaccination are eligible to receive an additional one-time incentive payment of $500.
How to apply… Applicants for parapro positions must complete an online application and meet one of the following criteria:
Earned an associate’s degree or higher (any major, coursework completed with a grade of C or higher) from an approved college or university OR
Completed two or more years of college coursework (at least 60 semester hours completed with a grade of C or higher) from an approved college or university OR
Hold a high school diploma/GED AND pass the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment (Register online for the GACE assessment.)
Register online today! For additional information or questions, email us at gcpsteach@gcpsk12.org.