Exception Education One to One Para Professional - Richard Dinkins MS (2026-2027)

Job Code:6001005
Job Family/Function:60 – Paraprofessionals\Exceptional Education 
FLSA:Nonexempt 
Grade Ladder:MNPS Support Hourly 
Pay Grade:MNPS.SCH007-H 
Duration (days/year):201 
Locations(s):School-Based 

We Are Team MNPS
Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The Paraprofessional One-to-One position provides support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of a student with special needs in the general or special education setting; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student academics and behavior; and providing information to appropriate school personnel.

What you will do

• Acts as a mandated reporter for the purpose of ensuring the safety of the student.


• May adapt classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher or Administrator for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting IEP goals.


• May administer tests, homework, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting student needs in the classroom


• Assist in the personal care of students such as feeding, diapering, etc. This may include the need to physically lift students to changing tables, remove and position students in wheelchairs or other positioning equipment, assist students on/off a toilet. May escort student to other locations (e.g. bathroom, classroom, community etc.…) for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and safe arrival to and/or from a destination.


• Monitors, collects and records students’ behavioral and/or academic data as directed by and under the direct supervision of the certified teacher.


• Assist students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts. Facilitates and models appropriate social interactions and behaviors among students.


• Supervises, engages, and promotes independence with individualized attention to students during arrival, dismissal, lunch, and/or other activities designated by the teacher or administrator.


• Attends and actively participates in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and understanding of special populations, may include training for proper restraint procedures, social and emotional learning best practices, and literacy.


• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality. Models' respectful behavior towards students, peers, and supervisors. Collaborates with teachers to ensure consistent communication from teacher to all stakeholders.

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in applicable field of study or 48 hours of college credit hours from an accredited college or university or successful completion of Praxis certification Required

Experience Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality;


• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in all situations and must be able to withhold confidential information;


• Ability to work well with all levels of internal management, staff, and students as well as parents/guardians;


• Ability to respond to changing situations in the workplace and exhibit flexibility;


• Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently under varying deadlines and adapt to changing work priorities;


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and with frequent interruptions;


• Ability to set work priorities, take initiative, and work efficiently under minimum supervision;


• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and the use of proper grammar and punctuation to write routine reports and correspondence;


• Proficient in basic computer skills and able to operate standard office equipment including using pertinent job related software applications and preparing and maintaining accurate records;


• Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative in dealing with students, faculty, and parents/guardians;


• Ability to communicate with diverse groups;


• Ability to operate standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications and preparing and maintaining accurate records;


• Able to operate a mechanic lift.