Paraprofessional

Eleutheria • Liberty, PA

6d

About The Position

Nyman Associates is seeking compassionate Paraprofessionals to support students with academic, behavioral, and emotional needs in a school setting. The role involves working directly with students, including students with autism, trauma histories, or significant behavioral challenges, to help develop academic, social-emotional, and life skills. Paraprofessionals may work in specialized therapeutic and behavioral environments and provide individualized support, often in one-on-one or small-group settings.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and collaborate with school staff.
• Patience, flexibility, and the ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.
• Passion for supporting students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with students with behavioral, emotional, or developmental needs.
• Familiarity with ABA, MTSS, social-emotional learning, or trauma-informed practices.

Responsibilities

• Support students with behavioral and emotional needs, including students with autism, trauma histories, or significant behavioral challenges.
• Implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) strategies to address behaviors and promote learning.
• Provide social-emotional learning (SEL) support, often in small groups or one-on-one settings.
• Build rapport and trust by consistently engaging students, including when behaviors are challenging.
• Support academic and life skills instruction alongside behavioral interventions.
• Prepare and maintain behavioral data sheets to monitor student progress.
• Assist with daily school routines, including student arrivals, morning meetings, and classroom transitions.
• Work with students on rotating assignments to support individualized academic, behavioral, and life skills goals.
• Collaborate with teachers, behavioral specialists, and other school staff to provide consistent student support.

Benefits

• Sick time
• 401(k)
• Health insurance choices
• Vision insurance choices
• Dental insurance choices
• Life insurance
• Referral bonuses
• Professional growth opportunities through community of practice forums, including career advancement paths
• Dedicated and responsive support from clinical directors
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed