Substitute Paraprofessional
Cleveland Metropolitan School DistrictCleveland, Ohio, United States
Posted January 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) serves approximately 37,000 students in 100+ schools. Over the past several years, the Greater Cleveland community has united behind the collective goal of ensuring every child in Cleveland attends a high-quality school and every neighborhood has a multitude of great schools from which families can choose. The Cleveland Plan defines CMSD’s approach to the reinvention of public education and holds our community accountable for the success of Cleveland’s schoolchildren. The Cleveland Plan is supported by Ohio House Bill 525, which provides much-needed flexibility and autonomy for the district and its schools. Our schools have autonomy over human and financial resources in exchange for accountability for performance. The principal has primary responsibility and accountability for establishing his or her school as a high-quality, high-expectations academic center with a focus on personalized instruction, professional support for teachers, and school-wide practices that lead to measurable results. The Cleveland Metropolitan School District has developed standards of excellence that the district applies to all parts of the organization, including schools, principals, school leadership teams, networks, and central office. Alignment between Standards of Excellence (SoE) and the district’s Theory of Action helps ensure that principals are able to focus on scholar achievement and that central office supports are timely and effective.
Job Description
The Cleveland Metropolitan School District is seeking a Substitute Paraprofessional to assist with handling the unique needs of disabled and handicapped Special Education students. The role involves adapting to individual social, emotional, and academic needs, providing physical support and control, and assisting with instruction in various areas. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, related college education courses preferred, and experience working with handicapped students. Physical demands include walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods, moderate lifting, and manual dexterity.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- related college education courses preferred
- Possess or be eligible for an Ohio Educational Aide Permit required
- High moral character
- Genuine interest in children/youth
- Desire to serve the school and community
- Evidence of good health, vitality and enthusiasm
- Ability to physically manage handicapped students
- Effective written and oral communication
- Experience working with handicapped students preferred
Benefits
- Relocation Assistance
