Role OverviewUnder direct supervision, the Educational Paraprofessional provides assistance in the education, care, and development of students with severe disabilities. Employees in this classification perform instructional, clerical, and behavioral management duties. Work is performed under the direction of a certified teacher, guidance counselor, or administrator.
What You Will Do
Provides instructional, behavioral, and developmental assistance to students with severe disabilities as directed by the supervising teacher or other certified professional. Applies basic practices of positive behavioral supports and assists in the teaching of problem-solving skills to students.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, supplemented by a minimum of two years of working with exceptional needs school-age children. They will have stress management skills, the ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work, and effectively attend to special needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of two years working with exceptional needs school-age children
- Stress management skills
- Ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work
- Ability to effectively attend to special needs
Benefits
- Higher hourly rate for certified position
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Retirement plan
- Learning budget
- Parental leave
- Wellness program
- Visa/relocation assistance
- Remote flexibility
- Stipends
- Bonus/commission
- Paid holidays
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