About the role
Shape the Leaders of Tomorrow:
Join the Team at Performance Academies!
At Performance Academies, we do more than just teach—we educate the whole child. Our mission is to build future-ready students through a unique, high-performing blend of rigorous academics, daily structured fitness, and intentional character education.
Guided by our core values of Knowledge, Strength, and Values, we provide a safe, disciplined, and supportive environment across our K-8 and High School campuses. We are looking for passionate professionals who want to help our students develop strong minds and bodies, ready to lead with purpose.
We believe great schools are built by great teams. Teachers collaborate regularly, support one another, and are united around high expectations for students and each other.
Performance Academies is seeking a dedicated, student-centered leader to join our team. We look for team members who are passionate about driving academic growth and fostering an inclusive, structured, and engaging learning environment.
Position: Special Education Paraprofessional
Location: Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy
Why Your Work Matters Here
* Educating the Whole Child: Students participate in daily structured physical education - including martial arts, tennis, and soccer - as part of our whole-child approach to education. * Character-Driven Culture: We teach daily lessons on respect, responsibility, and teamwork, reinforced by a structured uniform policy. * Impact-Focused Environment: Our smaller, supportive classrooms ensure no child slips through the cracks, allowing you to truly personalize learning. * Supportive Leadership: Our school leaders are highly visible and focused on helping teachers succeed through coaching, collaboration, and responsive support.
What You’ll Do
STUDENT SUPPORT
* Assist teachers in delivering classroom instruction and reinforcing academic skills. * Provide one-on-one and small-group instructional support to students. * Support students with disabilities in implementing IEP goals, accommodations, and classroom activities. * Assist with classroom preparation, learning materials, and instructional activities. * Help monitor student progress and maintain appropriate documentation as assigned.
CLASSROOM & BEHAVIOR SUPPORT
* Promote positive student behavior and assist with classroom management. * Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, buses, and other school settings. * Escort students safely throughout the school day and during arrival and dismissal. * Report behavioral concerns, safety issues, injuries, or other student-related incidents to the appropriate staff. * Accompany and supervise students during field trips and school activities.
COLLABORATION & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
* Collaborate with teachers and support staff to meet students' academic, behavioral, and social needs. * Participate in IAT and IEP meetings as requested and support implementation of student plans. * Assist with parent communication as directed by the classroom teacher. * Follow all school policies, safety procedures, and confidentiality requirements. * Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
* High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Education preferred. * Current Ohio Educational Aide Permit (or ability to obtain). * Successful completion of required state and federal background checks. * Proficiency with Google Workspace, email, and basic computer applications.
What We Offer
We are proud to offer a total compensation package that supports the health, wellness and livelihood of our staff.
All health benefits begin day one of employment!
* Three comprehensive medical plans to choose from with significant company contribution towards premium * Dental Insurance * Vision Insurance * Company-Paid Basic Life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance * Voluntary Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospitalization Coverage available * STRS participation for all school-based positions * Multiple scheduled holiday breaks * PTO & personal days
We offer competitive salaries and annual cost of living adjustments, as well as performance bonus potential (based on enrollment and academic performance).
Join the BEST school in the Neighborhood!
If you're passionate about helping students achieve academically, grow in character, and discover their potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that's making a lasting impact in the lives of students every day.