Paraprofessional jobs in Ohio are an important part of the education system.
Consequently, the state of Ohio and the federal government want to be sure
paraprofessionals are qualified to perform their roles effectively.
Since the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act of 2001, standards for paraprofessional
jobs in Ohio have changed. Dynasty Education,
the leading education and career resource website, has gathered the important
information about paraprofessional jobs in Ohio onto this one, simple page.
State Requirements for Paraprofessional Jobs in Ohio
Ohio gives state permits for paraprofessional jobs in Ohio. Requirements vary by
type of certificate pursued:1, 2
- One Year Educational Aide Paraprofessional Jobs in Ohio
- Must have high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- School applies for certificate on behalf of employee.
- Certificate valid for one year.
- Four Year Educational Aide Paraprofessional Jobs in Ohio
- Must have high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Must have 2 years of experience as One Year Educational Aide.
- Certificate valid for four years.
- Educational Aide / ESEA Qualified Paraprofessional Jobs in Ohio
- Must meet federal NCLB standards (see next section).
- Allows educational aide to work in NCLB funded schools.
Federal Requirements for Paraprofessional Jobs in Ohio
Federal requirements for paraprofessional jobs in Ohio apply to instructional
paraprofessionals who work in NCLB funded school districts. All Ohio
paraprofessionals with instructional assistance duties must have a high school
diploma or GED equivalent, and meet one of the following standards:3
- Complete 2 years of study (48 semester credit hours or 72 quarter credit
hours) at an accredited college or university OR
- Earn an associate degree or higher from an
accredited college or university OR
- Pass the ParaPro assessment with a score of 456 or better.
By achieving the federal standards, applicants meet the legal requirements for
all instructional paraprofessional jobs in Ohio.
Resources for Paraprofessional Jobs in Ohio
To learn more about paraprofessional jobs in Ohio, visit:
Accredited Training Programs for Paraprofessional Jobs in Ohio
Many paraprofessionals prefer to complete online paraprofessional programs for extra
flexibility in meeting legal requirements. Accredited schools that offer
paraprofessional degree programs and continuing education classes are:
Prospective students may request more information by clicking on any above
program of interest and submitting the information request form. Additional links to paraprofessional training programs and
resources can be found at Dynasty Education, the leading education and
career resource website.
Melissa Garvey
Dynasty Education Staff Writer
January 12, 2007
References:
1. American Federation of Teachers. (revised June 2, 2006). Paraprofessional
Certification. Retrieved January 8, 2007, from http://www.aft.org/topics/para-
certification/status.htm.
2. Ohio Department of Education. (last modified October 13, 2006). How to
Earn Licensure in Ohio: Educational Aide Permits and Monitor Permits. Retrieved
January 12, 2007, from
http://www.ode.state.oh.us/GD/Templates/Pages/ODE/ODEDetail.aspx?
Page=3&TopicRelationID=1283&Content=19172.
3. Education Commission of the States. (updated July 2006). Ohio:
Paraprofessional Certification and Licensure Requirements. Retrieved January 12,
2007, from http://mb2.ecs.org/reports/Report.aspx?id=716.
