What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional position at New Story Family of Schools?
Special Education Paraprofessional at New Story Schools
Columbus, OH 43725
New Story Schools is seeking a qualified Special Education Tutor/Behavior Technician to teach and mentor students as part of the Outreach Program. Special Education Tutors/Behavior Technicians work 1:1 in home and community settings with students on the Autism Spectrum focusing on addressing IEP goals. Programming may address academic, behavioral, and vocational goals.
What we offer:
- Compensation: $17.00to $20.00 per hour, depending on education and experience.
- Schedule: 35 to 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Flexible Schedule: Adaptable work schedule aligned with the school division calendar.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for continuing education.
- Health & Wellness Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, along with Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company contributions.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 support to students during instructional and non-instructional activities.
- Assist in creating an environment conducive to learning for individual students.
- Implement lesson plans, activities, and behavioral strategies provided by Intervention Specialists and Supervisors.
- Supervise and manage student behavior using principles of behavioral science and assigned behavior management tiers.
- Interact and communicate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other staff members.
- Serve as a source of information between the school and parents, maintaining regular communication as directed by supervisors.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings and training sessions to enhance professional skills and provide updates on student progress.
- Record accurate data on student attendance, assessments, program objectives, and progress.
- Use formal academic and behavioral data to assist in interventions and decision-making.
- Submit all required records and reports by established deadlines.
Qualifications:
- At least 18 years of age.
- Associates Degree or equivalent (48 semester hours) or higher.
- Strong communication skills for effectively engaging with students, parents, and staff.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
- Passion for Special Education, demonstrated by patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help students with special needs succeed.
- Experience working with children with special needs or autism through volunteer work, employment, or other relevant experiences.
Preferred/Nice to have:
- Experience working with children with special needs or autism through volunteer work, employment, or other relevant experiences.
New Story and its affiliated schools are proud to be equal opportunity employers, celebrating diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and drug-free environment for both our employees and the students we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Salary : $17 - $20
