Special Education Paraprofessional

Special Education Paraprofessional at New Story Schools
251 Long Lane, Kutztown, PA 19530

We are excited to announce that we are planning to open a new location in Kutztown at the end of April! Join New Story Schools, a leading special education provider dedicated to making a lasting impact on students’ lives. We serve children and young adults ages 5-22 in grades K-12 across multiple locations in Pennsylvania and Ohio, partnering with families and school districts to create a safe and empowering space for growth and development. Our schools offer small class sizes, individualized learning plans, and a supportive environment where students are empowered to succeed academically and socially.

What we offer:

• Compensation: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour based on education and experience.
• Consistent Pay: Same hourly rate for all work, with no differentiation between billable and non-billable hours, and no reductions for student cancellations
• Schedule: 35 Hours, Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM (No nights, No weekends)
• Paid Time Off: 12 days of PTO plus school holidays, and spring, winter and summer break pay*
• Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement: We support our employees' growth by offering opportunities to continue their education and achieve success.
• Health & Wellness: Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Bereavement Leave, Short Term Disability (STD)
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company matching

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs
• Provide support in the classroom by helping students with their academic tasks, including literacy and math activities.
• Assist students with self-help skills, including toileting, feeding, and personal hygiene, to promote independence.
• Monitor student progress and behavior, providing feedback to teachers to help adjust teaching strategies, as necessary.

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A genuine passion for working with children, along with patience and compassion

Preferred/Nice to have:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field
• Experience working with children with special needs or autism through volunteer work, employment, or other relevant experiences

New Story and its affiliated brands 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.

Experience

• 3 months experience working in a school or program for individuals with special needs to which they are assigned

Education

• High School or better

• Bachelors or better in Psychology or related field
• Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field

Skills

• Crisis Intervention