1-1 Paraprofessional

Job Description

• Provide one-to-one support for students throughout the school day across academic, therapeutic, and daily living activities.
• Assist students with daily living skills including feeding, toileting, mobility, and self-care.
• Support instruction during classroom lessons, specials, assemblies, and school-wide activities.
• Adapt instructional activities and materials to meet individual student needs and IEP goals.
• Implement behavior support strategies in alignment with school guidelines.
• Carry out classroom and therapeutic recommendations including sensory diets, AAC strategies, and feeding plans.
• Safely assist students using adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, standers, walkers, and strollers.
• Support student arrival and dismissal, including bus supervision duties.
• Maintain a positive, professional presence and serve as a role model for students.
• Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and team members while demonstrating initiative.
• Attend required meetings, trainings, and conferences in a prepared and punctual manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• College coursework, substitute certificate (or eligibility), or related experience preferred.
• Experience working with children with special needs strongly preferred.
• Ability to follow instructional plans while working independently when needed.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and classroom professionalism.
• Physical ability to assist students with moderate to strenuous activities as required.
• Willingness to complete required background checks, registry clearances, and pre-employment drug screening.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

• Provide one-to-one support for students throughout the school day across academic, therapeutic, and daily living activities.
• Assist students with daily living skills including feeding, toileting, mobility, and self-care.
• Support instruction during classroom lessons, specials, assemblies, and school-wide activities.
• Adapt instructional activities and materials to meet individual student needs and IEP goals.
• Implement behavior support strategies in alignment with school guidelines.
• Carry out classroom and therapeutic recommendations including sensory diets, AAC strategies, and feeding plans.
• Safely assist students using adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, standers, walkers, and strollers.
• Support student arrival and dismissal, including bus supervision duties.
• Maintain a positive, professional presence and serve as a role model for students.
• Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and team members while demonstrating initiative.
• Attend required meetings, trainings, and conferences in a prepared and punctual manner.

Salary Type
: Hourly

Salary Min
: $ 24

Salary Max
: $ 28

Currency Type
: USD