Special Education Paraprofessional

Job Description

As a Special Education Paraprofessional at New Story Schools, you’ll support students with developmental and learning differences in building confidence, independence, and essential life skills. You’ll assist teachers in the classroom, help students stay engaged in their learning, and provide guidance that fosters both academic and social growth. In addition, paraprofessionals may provide classroom coverage and instructional support in the absence of a teacher, ensuring continuity of student learning and maintaining a structured, supportive environment.

What You’ll Need

High school diploma or equivalent

Previous hands-on experience supporting children, adolescents, or individuals with autism, social-emotional or behavioral challenges, developmental disabilities, or other learning, behavioral, emotional, or developmental needs

Experience in a school, classroom, residential, clinical, childcare, or other structured group environment

Experience using positive behavioral supports and de-escalation techniques while remaining calm and effective in challenging situations

Familiarity with and ability to consistently implement IEPs, behavior intervention plans, safety plans, and other individualized protocols

Strong communication, teamwork, and observational skills, with the ability to collaborate with teachers, BCBAs, service providers, administrators, families, and other professionals

Willingness to receive and apply feedback, coaching, and direction from supervisors and student support team members

Professional, dependable, and accountable, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and accurately document progress, behaviors, incidents, and services

Willingness to complete required training, including crisis prevention/de-escalation and ABA-based practices

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's or bachelor's degree in education, psychology, behavioral health, special education, or a related field

Experience working with students with significant behavioral, emotional, social-emotional, developmental, or educational needs

Experience supporting students with autism or other neurodevelopmental disabilities

Experience working in a special education or therapeutic school setting

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification

Paraprofessional certificate or relevant state-recognized credential

Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary or student support team

Experience supporting students with IEPs or other individualized educational plans

What You’ll Do

Provide small-group classroom support for students with intensive autism needs, including behavioral and skill development

Implement behavior intervention strategies, reinforcement systems, and instructional activities under teacher and BCBA guidance

Support the management of challenging behaviors using approved de-escalation strategies

Collect and record accurate data on student behavior and progress

Maintain a safe, structured, and organized classroom, including preparing materials and supporting daily routines

Provide classroom supervision and support in the absence of a teacher, following established plans and procedures

Follow all safety, documentation, confidentiality, and professional standards

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, 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 (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

At New Story Schools, we serve students ages 5–21 with autism and emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Guided by individualized learning, therapeutic integration, and collaboration, we empower students to grow and prepare for meaningful adult lives. Join our team and help students write their new story.

New Story Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at .