The Learning Spectrum
The Learning Spectrum
SpecialEducationParaprofessional
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“Special Education Paraprofessional at The Learning Spectrum. Skills: Instructional support, Behavioral support, IEP objectives. Provide direct support to students. Reinforce instructional goals”
What You'll Achieve.
Help child grow academically; Help child grow socially; Help child grow behaviorally
Industry & Context.
Physical ability to assist students, Lifting, Bending, Maintaining engagement throughout school day
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to implement lesson plans, Ability to implement behavior interventions, Ability to implement therapy strategies, Educator aide permit, Completion of background checks, Physical ability to assist students
Nice to Have
Experience in education, Experience in child development, Willingness to obtain educator aide permit
What You'll Do.
Provide direct support to students
Reinforce instructional goals
Reinforce behavioral goals
Document progress toward academic objectives
Document progress toward behavioral objectives
Document progress toward IEP objectives
Support students with daily routines
Support students with transitions
Support students with self-care activities
Maintain a safe classroom
Maintain a structured classroom
Communicate observations to teachers
Communicate observations to therapists
Communicate updates to teachers
Communicate updates to therapists
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working with multidisciplinary teams; Collaborate with teachers; Collaborate with therapists; Collaborate with behavior specialists
Full Job Description
At The Learning Spectrum, we believe every child can grow with the right support. Our teams collaborate across ABA and therapies to build communication, social skills, and confidence—at school and beyond. If you’re mission-driven, team-oriented, and growth-minded, you’ll feel at home here. As a Special Education Paraprofessional at The Learning Spectrum, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and behavior specialists to support students with autism and related special needs. You’ll help each child grow academically, socially, and behaviorally in a structured, compassionate learning environment. Start Date: August 2026 ( 2026-2027 School Year) What You’ll Need - High school diploma or equivalent; experience in education or child development preferred - Ability to implement lesson plans, behavior interventions, and therapy strategies under supervision - Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary teams - Educator aide permit (or willingness to obtain) and completion of all required background checks - Physical ability to assist students safely, including lifting, bending, and maintaining engagement throughout the school day What You’ll Do - Provide direct support to students individually and in small groups to reinforce instructional and behavioral goals - Implement lessons and activities developed by teachers and therapists with consistency and accuracy - Collect data and document progress toward academic, behavioral, and IEP objectives - Support students with daily routines, transitions, and self-care activities while maintaining a safe, structured classroom - Communicate observations and updates to teachers and therapists to guide student progress and planning Why You’ll Love Working Here - Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays - Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings - Tuition reimbursement, career development programs,
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