Bryan Elementary Classroom Paraprofessional, ESEA Certified

Position Type:
Classified Staff/Educational Aide

Date Posted:
6/1/2026

Location:
Bryan Elementary Schools
Bryan Elementary School is seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Classroom Paraprofessional to work in our Kindergarten classrooms. In this role, you will provide daily, direct support to a Kindergarten teacher, helping to implement educational plans, foster a supportive learning environment, and assist students with diverse academic, behavioral, and physical needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Teacher Support: Work collaboratively with the Kindergarten teacher to implement daily lesson plans, modify instructional materials, and reinforce classroom routines.
• Direct Student Assistance: Provide small-group or one-on-one instructional, behavioral, and social-emotional support tailored to individual student needs.
• Classroom Management: Help maintain a positive, structured, and predictable classroom environment using positive behavior intervention strategies.
• Supervision: Assist with student supervision during arrival, dismissal, recess, and other scheduled non-instructional times.

Position Details & Schedule

• Hours: 5.75 hours per day
• Daily Schedule Breakdown:

Time

Assignment

7:30 AM - 8:00 AM

Arrival Duty

8:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Kindergarten Classroom Support (1/2 Hour Unpaid Lunch w/ time determined with Classroom Teacher)

12:15 AM - 1:00 PM

Kindergarten Lunch / Recess Duty

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Kindergarten Classroom Support

Qualifications & Requirements

• Certification: Must have obtained (or be eligible to obtain) the ESEA (Elementary and Secondary Education Act) certification / Ohio Educational Aide Permit.
• High school diploma or equivalent required (Associate's degree or 48 semester hours of higher education preferred).
• Experience working with elementary-aged children, particularly those with special needs, is highly preferred.
• Strong communication, patience, and collaborative teamwork skills.

Internal Applicants: All internal candidates interested in this position must submit their application within 3 business days from the posting date.