Georgia police said they are investigating after a paraprofessional at McNair Discovery Learning Academy was arrested on simple battery charges.
The incident happened Dec. 7.
Carlas Smith, 47, is accused of using her hands to push a 10-year-old student in the chest, causing the victim to fall to the floor, according to DeKalb County police. The woman initially approached the child in a provoking way, according to a warrant.
The warrant did not provide any other details on what led up to the incident.
Smith was arrested Thursday and later appeared before a judge.
Some parents said the woman was friendly and competent, especially on field trips. Her arrest is something they never expected.
"I think it's upsetting," one parent said.
DeKalb County Schools has not commented on the incident.
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