Posts Tagged ‘Special Education’
How to become a paraprofessional in Indiana.
Reading Time: 4 minutes If you want to become a paraprofessional in Indiana, you’ll need to obtain a substitute permit and pass a background check. Note that some school districts require paraeducators to have more credentials than the state minimums, for example being at least 21 years old or having college credits. Minimum Indiana paraprofessional requirements, at…
Read MoreHow to become a paraprofessional in Texas.
Reading Time: 4 minutes To become a paraprofessional in Texas you’ll need to meet some minimum requirements. This includes education requirements, certifications, background screening, and training. Minimum requirements to become a paraprofessional in Texas, at a glance*: 18 years or older High school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED) Employment verification to work in the U.S. Background check Fingerprinting …
Read MoreHow to become a paraprofessional in Louisiana.
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in Louisiana, you must meet several requirements related to age, education, and pass a background check. This is important as you will be working to support students in schools. Minimum Louisiana paraprofessional requirements, at a glance:* 18 years old High school diploma or GED Employment verification to work in the…
Read MoreHow to become a paraprofessional in Alabama.
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in Alabama, you must meet a set of baseline criteria that ensure you’re qualified to support instruction in a school environment. Minimum Alabama paraprofessional requirements, at a glance*: 19 years old High school diploma or GED Background check and fingerprinting Eligible to work in the United States Meet one of…
Read MoreHow to become a paraprofessional in GA – Georgia!
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in GA, you’ll need to meet several requirements by the state of Georgia—including certification. In this role, you’ll provide essential support to students with special needs who have Individual Education Plans (IEPs) Minimum Georgia state paraprofessional requirements, at a glance: Paraprofessional certification High school diploma or equivalent Background check and…
Read MoreHow to become a paraprofessional in Florida
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in Florida, the state has several minimum requirements that you’ll need to meet—including age, education, and a background check. Here are the minimum requirements to become a paraprofessional in Florida: 18 years or older High school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED) Employment verification to work in the U.S. Background check …
Read MoreHow to become a paraprofessional in Missouri.
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in Missouri, you need to meet certain state-specific requirements including: education level, background check, and training. Minimum requirements to become a paraprofessional in Missouri. 18 years old High school diploma or GED Proof of employment eligibility in the U.S. Background screening Fingerprinting State-required pre-service training At Kelly Education, we also…
Read MoreHow to become a paraprofessional in Minnesota.
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in Minnesota, there are several ways to meet the state’s minimum requirements including: an associate degree, 60 college credits from an accredited institution, or passing a test. Let’s look more closely at what it takes to land this important role in schools that makes a difference in students’ lives. Minimum…
Read MoreHow to become a paraprofessional in Wisconsin.
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in Wisconsin there are several requirements that you’ll need to meet during the hiring process. Minimum requirements to become a paraprofessional in Wisconsin: 18 years or older High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED) Meet one of the three hiring requirements options Employment verification to work in the U.S. Background check …
Read MoreHow to become a paraprofessional in PA.
Reading Time: 3 minutes To become a paraprofessional in PA, you’ll need meet Pennsylvania’s state minimum requirements. This includes, at least a high school diploma, clearing a background check, passing a paraprofessional assessment, and employment verification. Paraprofessionals in schools work to support students with one-on-one support with both instructional and non-instructional activities. Minimum PA state paraprofessional requirements,…
Read More