Categorical Paraprofessional – Visually Impaired

Categorical Paraprofessional – Visually Impaired Location In-person Hopewell Middle School, Fulton County Schools Pay $25.00–$37.50 per hour Job Description A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening, recruiting, job placement, and career development. With more than ten (10) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence, and integrity.

“Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra; it is our standard! Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers of temporary, temp-to-hire, permanent placement services, and security guard services. Position Title: Categorical Paraprofessional – Behavior Pay Rate: $25.00–$37.50 per hour Location: Hopewell Middle School, Fulton County Schools Employment Type: Full-Time Contract Assignment Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.

m.–4:00 p.m. Nature of Work A & Associates is seeking a certified paraprofessional for a one-on-one student support assignment at Hopewell Middle School. Fulton County Schools identifies this opening as Categorical Paraprofessional – Behavior. Experience with behavior or a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential is a plus.

Paraprofessionals provide assistance to students and staff according to their assigned responsibilities. The general paraprofessional duties and qualifications provided by Fulton County Schools are outlined below.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assists the teacher in preparing educational materials for students. Works individually with students and/or in small groups to reinforce learning objectives. Assists with daily routines, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, and grading quizzes as assigned. Participates in lunchroom, recess, hall-monitoring, and bus duties.

Assists with preparing and maintaining bulletin boards and other instructional learning areas. Participates in required additional training related to the Dual Immersion Model, if applicable. Performs other duties assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. Active Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) paraprofessional certificate before submission. Successful completion of the Paraprofessional GACE, as specifically required by Fulton County Schools for contractor submissions. Full-time availability Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.

m. Experience Qualifications Zero to one year of experience. Classroom experience and/or proven ability to work with children preferred. Experience with behavior or an RBT credential is a plus. An RBT credential does not replace the required active paraprofessional certificate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately.

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with students and adults. Excellent organizational skills and flexibility. Proficiency in the spoken and written language of instruction if assigned to a Dual Immersion program. Working Conditions Classroom environment.

Physical Requirements Ability to lift and carry 30–50 pounds with assistance. Ability to push or pull a maximum of 50 pounds. May require lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, or crouching. Ability to move and control an adult-sized wheelchair. Work typically involves sitting, standing, and walking. Special Requirements Applicants must provide a current résumé and active paraprofessional certificate.

Candidates must be available for fingerprinting and able to begin work as soon as required onboarding is completed. Official start dates will be communicated directly by Fulton County Schools personnel. Assignment Duration This is a contract assignment subject to the school’s staffing needs. Fulton County Schools encourages schools to hire directly, and the assignment may end if the school fills the position.

According to Fulton County Schools, direct hiring ends the first week of March. If the position has not been filled by that time, the contractor will remain for the remainder of the school year. EEO STATEMENT A & Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. About A & Associates A&A is organized across three major divisions: A&A Staffing, A&A Security, and A&A Insurance. These teams collaborate to deliver consistent service, contract-ready compliance, and scalable execution.

Staffing focuses on screening, recruiting, placement, and career development. Security concentrates on licensed officer programs, roving patrol, and property protection, supported by training, access control, loss prevention, and risk management best practices.