Special Education Paraprofessional

The role

You will support students with emotional, behavioral, and learning needs in a structured classroom. You will help students build academic skills, work toward IEP goals, and manage behavior, working with teachers, therapists, and behavior staff.

What you will do

• Keep students engaged in learning by supporting lessons, small-group instruction, and daily classroom routines
• Reinforce academic skills through guided practice, repetition, encouragement, and individualized support
• Help students work toward IEP goals under teacher supervision
• Collect instructional and behavioral data to track student progress
• Use approved behavior support strategies to help students regulate emotions and return to learning
• Support students during transitions, lunch, recess, and school activities with calm, consistent supervision
• Help maintain a classroom that is safe, structured, inclusive, and focused on growth
• Communicate with teachers, therapists, and behavior staff to ensure students receive consistent support throughout the day
• Model patience, professionalism, and emotional steadiness, especially when students are struggling

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 12 months of continuous classroom experience in early intervention, special education, or a related instructional setting
• Experience supporting students with special needs, emotional needs, or behavioral challenges
• Classroom-based experience as a paraprofessional, instructional assistant, teacher's assistant, or similar educational support role
• Commitment to education, literacy, math skill development, writing skill development, and academic intervention
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and composed in high-stress situations, including crisis moments and explosive behaviors

Nice to have

• Associate's Degree or equivalent
• At least 24 months of certified paraprofessional experience

Benefits

• Paid time off, paid holidays, and extra paid school breaks for select roles
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account contributions at no cost to you

Before you apply

• Reasonable accommodations available during the application or interview process; contact talent@newstory.com

About the company

Green Tree School & Services provides full-time, out-of-district programs for students with autism and emotional support needs, with integrated clinical, behavioral, and academic services.