Specials- (ART) Special Education Paraprofessional JobID: 45362
Position Type:
Educational Aide/Parapro/Support Staff/Special Education Aide
Date Posted:
5/26/2026
Location:
Linden Grove School
District:
Linden Grove School Additional Information: Show/Hide
Linden Grove School strives to:
- Identify, nurture, and unleash each child's POTENTIAL
- Research and implement PROGRESSIVE teaching methods
- Establish a PARTNERSHIP between staff, parents, the child, and the community
- RESPECT each child's individualism
- Provide opportunities for INTERACTION and FRIENDSHIP
- Build TRUST through compassion, transparency, and consistency
- REFLECT on our challenges and turn them into opportunities for growth.
Currently hiring a special education ART paraprofessional for grades K-8
Special Education Para Responsibilities include:
- Provide instructional and behavioral support and assistance to classroom teachers and students assigned to a team in a K-8 setting.
- Supervise students during recess, lunch, and sensory breaks.
- Record student progress on data sheets, goal sheets, and daily logs to assist the teacher and Behavior Coordinator.
- Assist with educational classroom needs and student behavior plans.
- Work collaboratively with a school-based team.
Benefits
- MedicalEZ ICHRA
- Dental
- Vision
- Employer-sponsored
- Life Insurance
- Retirement planningIRA
- Short-Term Disability (Employee Sponsored)
- Employee Assistance Program
- TWP-Return to Work program
- Family Medical Leave/Medical Leave
- Paid time off (Personal and Sick Time): For an entire year, this is equivalent to 10 sick/medical days and 3 personal days.
- PTO Sharing Program
Additional Benefits added
- Wellness/Employee Engagement Activities Program
- Wellness/lactation Room and Staff refreshments are free
- Partnership with UC (staff and family receive discounted tuition rates on continuing education courses)
- DE&I Positive
- Strengths-Based Atmosphere with Family-Centered Orientation
- Therapy Pet Friendly
- Professional Development and Training
- Reverse InclusionBring your child to work opportunities and discounted summer camp rates for staff families.
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent (required); some college or AA degree desirable.
- Valid Ohio Educational Aide Certification
Experience:
- RequiredMust possess a foundational knowledge and understanding of art concepts, techniques, and creative expression.
- 1 year of accepted experience working with children with autism or other special needs, 2 years (Preferred)
- Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
- Experience with a social-communication classroom TEACCH-style program or a structured-style room for children with autism and/or special needs is preferred.
- Must have strong verbal & written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with both families & staff.
- Must be able to work collaboratively and effectively within a team.
- Must have excellent organizational skills and a positive and energetic attitude.
- Ability to move around considerably.