Paraprofessional - Special Education Teacher Assistant

Supplemental Health Care is a national hiring partner for schools across the United States. We work with districts in more than 24 states to hire thousands of school professionals every year. Currently, we’re in need of a Paraprofessional to work in a school located in Holland, New York. The Special Education Teacher Assistant will assist the classroom teacher in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment in which students may take full advantage of the instructional program and available resources.

$20 – $24 an hour*

Contract is for the 2025/26 school year

Participate in the instructional program under the direction of a certified teacher

Work with groups of children based on grade level

Work with children in learning centers and assist in the preparation and care of learning materials

Assist in preparing classroom displays and bulletin boards

Communicates relevant information regarding student’s behavior with parents

Assist students with feeding, diapering, or toileting and charts time

Care for classroom equipment and materials and may operate audio-visual equipment

Assist with lunch, snack, and clean-up routine and assist children with clothing management based on grade level

Participate in In-service training programs as required

Assist certified teacher with classroom activities as directed

Prepare training aids for the classroom as required

Work with children with special needs

We understand that students come first in schools, so we offer a range of benefits, programs, and support services to help you find the right employer fit and stay focused on caring for your students. Our more than 2,000 working school professionals rank us 9 out of 10 for service and support, and SHC has been awarded Best of Staffing for multiple years by an independent survey partner, Clearly Rated. From industry-leading benefits to career growth options and mentorship, SHC is the school employer you’ve been looking for.

If you’d like more detail on this Paraprofessional assignment or are ready to get started with the placement process, please apply online now. Our team is standing by to respond as quickly as possible.

Supplemental Health Care offers a wide variety of industry-leading benefits including:

Full medical, dental, vision, life, and even pet insurance to provide you with the coverage you need whenever you need it.

Round the clock support. No matter where you are or what time it is, Supplemental Health Care is standing by.

Our Share the Care program is the most dynamic, profitable referral program in the industry. To learn more about Share the Care, check out shccares.com/referrals.

SHC offers a 401k Retirement Savings Program to both full-time and part-time employees with a wide range of investment options.

Discounted and free online access to CEU courses through Supplemental University. Through our online CEU options, you have access to the courses you need on your schedule.

Requirements:

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 6 months experience working with children

Experience working with children with special needs, physical/mental disabilities, or behavior management

Proficient in the use of standard computer applications

Must have excellent written and oral communication skills

The ability to work collaboratively with existing staff

Supplemental Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veterans. SHC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with Contractor, please send an e-mail to or call to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information.

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