Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional (School-Based)

The Hope Learning Center - Bringing Hope, Building Futures

At The Hope Learning Center, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive. As the premier provider of educational and therapeutic services for individuals with special needs, we're committed to creating an environment where students, families, and staff feel supported and inspired. Our team is made up of compassionate, collaborative professionals who bring patience, perseverance, and trust to every interaction.

We are seeking a dedicated Paraprofessional to join our school-based team. In this role, you'll work closely with teachers and therapists to provide direct support to students with special needs, helping them succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Why Paraprofessionals Choose Hope:

Starting Pay: $18/hour

Meaningful Work - Make a daily impact in the lives of students and families

Collaboration - Be part of an interdisciplinary team of teachers and therapists

Growth Opportunities - Gain hands-on experience in special education and therapy settings

Supportive Environment - Join a workplace that values teamwork, respect, and professional growth

Comprehensive Benefits - Health, dental, vision, PTO, and a 401k plan What You'll Do:

Provide one-on-one and small group support with classwork, tests, and activities

Reinforce learning concepts under teacher or therapist supervision

Support students in following IEP and behavior plans, including ABA strategies

Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, playgrounds, and on field trips

Assist students with personal needs such as mobility, toileting, and self-care

Foster a safe and respectful learning environment while maintaining professional relationships with staff and students

Maintain clean, organized work areas and equipment

Perform other duties as assigned by the director to support student success What We're Looking For:

Education: Associate's Degree (required)

Experience: Prior work with children or individuals with special needs (preferred but not required)

Skills: Patience, compassion, adaptability, and strong communication skills Required Clearances & Training:

Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance

Act 34 State Criminal History Clearance

Act 114 FBI Clearance (DOE)

Act 168 Clearance

Mandated Reporter Training

CPR/First Aid Certification

Recent Physical/TB Test Join Us:

At Hope, you won't just be a paraprofessional-you'll be a vital part of a mission-driven community that empowers students and strengthens families.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy

The Hope Center is committed to maintaining fair and equitable employment practices in compliance with all applicable federal and state requirements. All employment policies, procedures, and practices shall be designed to ensure equal opportunity, prohibit discrimination and retaliation, and promote an inclusive workplace.

Policy Statement

The Hope Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. Employment decisions will be based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, consistent with all applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Protected Characteristics

No person shall be discriminated against, harassed, or retaliated against on the basis of:

Race (including hair type, hair texture, or hair style)

Color

Religious creed (including observance, practice and belief)

Disability (physical, intellectual, developmental, or mental health)

Ancestry or national origin

Age (40 and over)

Sex, including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation

Genetic information

Veteran or military status

Familial or martial status

Or any other characteristic protected under applicable law Scope of Policy

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to:

Recruitment, hiring, and job advertisements

Assignments, classifications, and promotions

Compensation, benefits, and training

Transfers, discipline, and termination

Discipline and termination

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would cause undue hardship

Protection for retaliation for good-faith reports or participation in investigations

Enforcement & Reporting

Managers, supervisors, and employees share responsibility for upholding this policy. Any person who believes that have been subject to discrimination, harassment, or retaliation should report the matter through established grievance or HR reporting process. The Hope Center shall investigate promptly and take appropriate corrective action. No individual will be retaliated against for making a good-faith complaint or participating in an investigation.