Classroom Assistant | Macon, Georgia

Make a meaningful difference this summer by supporting students’ access to essential educational services from the comfort of their homes. A contract paraprofessional is needed for a summer school assignment, facilitating virtual therapeutic sessions for a homebound student. This role is designed for individuals passionate about providing hands-on help and guidance while empowering students to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and oversee virtual Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), and Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) sessions
• Ensure all technology is functioning so students remain engaged and connected to their remote therapists
• Offer encouragement, redirection, and supervision to the student throughout therapy interactions
• Maintain a safe and structured environment during each virtual session
• Communicate any relevant feedback or observations to the appropriate therapy or school staff

Desired Experience & Qualifications:

• Experience as a paraprofessional in a school or special education setting is highly preferred
• Strong sense of reliability and punctuality—timely support is vital to students’ routines
• Ability to establish a positive rapport and maintain appropriate boundaries with students
• Tech-savvy enough to help with basic troubleshooting during online sessions
• Demonstrates patience, compassion, and adaptability, especially when supporting students with unique needs

Assignment Details:

• Summer school contract opportunity
• Start date: June 1st; end date: July 16th
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 11:45am – 2:45pm

Embrace the rewarding challenge of supporting virtual learning and therapy for a student in need. If you are committed, caring, and ready to make a summer difference, submit your application today!