How We Support Paraprofessionals, Districts, & Schools
OPEPP provides open-access, research-based professional development and partnerships with districts, ESCs, and county board schools to drive lasting, systemic change in how paraprofessionals are trained, supported, and integrated into instructional teams.
We help schools and districts build capacity, strengthen systems, and elevate the paraprofessional profession to improve student outcomes across Ohio by:
DELIVERING HIGH-IMPACT PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
We offer free, research-based modules, workshops, and ready-to-use resources—like implementation frameworks and practice guides—that build paraprofessionals’ skills and confidence while helping districts and schools promote consistent, sustainable support.
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ADVANCING CAREER PATHWAYS & GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
We align professional learning with credentialing pathways and nationally recognized competencies from the Council for Exceptional Children. We also help districts design structured opportunities for advancement and leadership development.
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RECOGNIZING & ELEVATING CONTRIBUTIONS
We work to increase recognition of paraprofessionals as essential members of the instructional team—sharing stories of impact, spotlighting success, and highlighting how well-supported paraprofessionals contribute to stronger student outcomes and measurable student impact.
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SUPPORTING DISTRICT IMPLEMENTATION
Through coaching, consultation, and strategic
partnerships, we help district leaders build systems that clarify paraprofessional roles, improve onboarding, and strengthen collaboration between teachers and paraprofessionals. Instead of prescribing one-size-fits-all solutions, we co-create strategies that reflect each district’s unique context—staffing structures, priorities, and student needs—ensuring local ownership and lasting impact.
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