Paraprofessional - Stamford

The role

You will implement educational and behavioral programs for children with social, behavioral, and academic needs. You will work under the guidance of Special Education Teachers and Board-Certified Behavior Analysts.

What you will do

• Implement each student's educational and behavioral programs
• Collaborate with service providers including School Psychologists, Speech and Language Pathologists and Occupational/Physical Therapists

Required qualifications

• High school diploma
• 2-3 years of experience providing direct support to children with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• A collaborative approach

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Special Education, or a related field

Benefits

• 8-weeks of PTO annually, including personal time, mental health days, and school vacations
• 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
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Telehealth Services

About the company

Aspire Living & Learning supports neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland. They provide person-centered services including education, behavioral health, residential and community-based supports.