Paraprofessional

The role

Paraprofessionals implement individualized behavior support plans and education plans. They support children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities to develop communication, social, academic, motor, and daily living skills.

What you will do

• Implement individualized behavior support plans using applied behavior analysis techniques
• Teach communication, social, motor, play, cognitive, and self-care skills
• Support clients with daily living and personal care routines
• Reduce challenging behaviors through approved intervention strategies
• Collect accurate data on behavior, progress, and skill development
• Follow written treatment plans, protocols, and safety procedures
• Use prompting, discrete trial teaching, and naturalistic learning techniques
• Apply prevention, redirection, and physical intervention procedures when necessary
• Collaborate with behavior analysts, special education teachers, families, and other team members
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and ongoing supervision

Required qualifications

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Proof of automobile insurance
• Vehicle capable of transporting clients in the back seat
• Ability to travel within approximately 45 minutes of Windsor, Vermont
• Ability to pass a background check
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Physical fitness and coordination
• Ability to demonstrate approved physical prevention and redirection techniques
• Willingness to assist with personal care routines when necessary
• Ability to manage multiple details and follow instructions accurately
• Flexibility to work Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous experience in ABA, education, healthcare, human services, behavioral health, or direct support is helpful

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Telehealth Services

Before you apply

• Ability to pass a background check

About the company

Aspire Living & Learning is hiring compassionate, dependable, and energetic Paraprofessional to support children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities. The company believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable.