Deliver High-Impact Professional Learning
Providing High-Quality Professional Learning That Strengthens Paraprofessional Practice
OPEPP provides free, research-based professional learning that builds paraprofessionals’ skills and confidence while helping districts and schools create consistent, sustainable systems of support. Our suite of modules, workshops, and ready-to-use tools equips every member of the education team with practical strategies that make a meaningful difference in classrooms across Ohio.
Why You Can Trust OPEPP Resources
Evidence-Based Practice
Developed using current research on paraprofessional practice, adult learning, and collaborative teaming.
Aligned With Ohio’s Priorities
Aligned with the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce’s statewide priorities around literacy achievement, accelerated learning, workforce readiness, and student wellness.
Expert-Informed
Created in collaboration with statewide and national experts in instructional support, inclusive practices, paraprofessional development, and systems improvement.
Thousands of paraprofessionals have strengthened their practice through OPEPP’s research-driven, practice-oriented learning designed to elevate instruction, improve collaboration, and enhance student academic and social-emotional outcomes.
Built for the Entire Education Team
- Administrators use OPEPP tools to design high-quality, in-house professional learning for paraeducators and educators.
- Educators engage in modules alongside paraprofessionals to strengthen collaboration and shared practice.
- Paraprofessionals learn with peers across the state through workshops and flexible online learning options that fit their preferred learning style.