School Paraprofessional

**BLUE SEA EDUCATION IS URGENTLY SEEKING PARAPROFESSIONALS**

Jump start your career in Special Education by joining our growing team This is a great opportunity for parents of school-age children looking to work during school hours, high school graduates eager to start their career path, and career changers looking to make a difference in the lives of students. As a Blue Sea Paraprofessional, you will have an opportunity for
- Career advancement into the fields of Psychology, Behavioral Analysis, Social Work, and Teaching
- Paid training to support your career plan

**Responsibilities**:

- Working with students ages 5-21
- Assist student in transitioning from one activity to the next
- Implement Behavior Intervention Plan if one is in place
- Assist and facilitate appropriate peer interactions
- Support classroom teacher in implementing IEP (Individualized Education Program)
- Provide positive reinforcement
- Use strategies of ABA & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to provide support

**Qualifications**:

- High School Diploma (Associates preferred)
- Steady work history
- Must have reliable transportation
- Available during school hours, Monday through Friday
- Work history that includes experience working with children a plus
- Work history that includes experience working in an educational setting a plus

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- Career advancement opportunities with supportive technical training
- Mentoring & Clinical Support
- Referral program

Blue Sea Education is a unique company comprised of a Professional Collaborative, bringing together diverse professions such as education, psychology, social worker, behavior intervention, speech, occupational and physical therapies, and the law. Our unique approach to education has enabled us to provide supportive services to a variety of populations. We believe in helping our providers to be successful and offer continuous support, training, and career advancements into various professions in the field of Special Education.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Grade levels:

- Elementary school
- High school
- Middle school

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends

Application Question(s):

- Are you interested in pursuing career advancement in an educational or clinical field?
- Do you have day time availability Monday through Friday?
- Do you have reliable transportation?

**Education**:

- High school or equivalent (required)

**Experience**:

- Special education: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

- Roslyn, NY: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person