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Paraprofessional Educator (A.A.)

If you love working with children and want to make a difference in the classroom, Corban’s paraprofessional educator program is designed for you. This associate’s degree equips you to support teachers and students in a variety of school settings—whether assisting with classroom activities, providing one-on-one help to students who need extra support, or working in school libraries and offices. You’ll gain practical skills for instructional assistance, classroom management, and working with children of all abilities. Plus, your coursework will give you a head start if you choose to continue toward a bachelor’s in education.

Completion

2 Years

Credits

66

Major

Paraprofessional Educator

Delivery

On Campus

Featured Courses

For a complete list of courses in this program, view the program overview.
For official course descriptions, refer to the academic catalog.

As a paraprofessional educator, you can make a lasting impact by supporting teachers and students in the classroom. Assist with instruction, classroom management, and student support in elementary and secondary school environments.

Career Opportunities

Many paraprofessional educators work closely with children who need individual learning support. Others work at the district level in more administrative roles.

  • Instructional Assistant
  • Behavioral Assistant
  • Special Education Aide
  • School Library Technical Assistant