Constellation Schools - K-8th Grade Paraprofessional (Cleveland)

About the Team

Constellation Schools is seeking highly qualified Instructional Paraprofessional in Cleveland, Ohio for the 2026-2027 School Year.

Under general supervision of the Principal, the Instructional Paraprofessional performs a variety of duties, including providing specialized educational assistance, assisting and supporting the teacher in carrying out the objectives of the educational programs and lessons. The Instructional Paraprofessional may work with individual students or a group of students with special needs, assisting the teacher with instructional responsibilities to ensure compliance with pertinent State of Ohio and Federal educational requirements.

About the Opportunity:

• Assist student(s) in working with technology and computer based learning programs as directed.
• Work with student(s) and teacher(s) on academic requirements and grade appropriate work.
• Work with small groups of students, assist with small group instruction.
• Able and willing to accept assignments relative to student safety which may include restraining a student.
• Participates in identified training as necessary to meet the needs of the student assignment.
• May assist with lifting student, bath rooming and/or personal assistance depending upon the student’s needs.
• Follows all safety plans, rules, guidelines of the school.
• Works with student one-to-one with regard to academics, social skills, character education.
• Assists the teacher in lesson assessments.
• Assists students with projects, assignments.
• Acts as a good role model for all students.
• Maintains a welcoming attitude to create a positive educational environment.
• Completes all necessary training, Safe Schools training or other assigned training.
• Works collaboratively and cooperatively with administrators, staff, parents.
• Completes necessary paperwork.
• Other duties as assigned.

About You:

• Educational aide or educator licensure required. (ESEA Qualified).
• 1-2 years’ experience preferred with students with special needs.
• Maturity and patience required. Able to support students academically and emotionally in order to foster the learning process.
• Able to identify and refer situations to the Principal as needed.
• Able to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality.
• Able to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing student demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.