Paraprofessional
About The Position
The Lehmann School is seeking compassionate and dedicated Paraprofessionals to work with students with developmental and multiple physical disabilities in a school setting. This is a full-time, 12-month position, Monday through Friday. Paraprofessionals work closely with a transdisciplinary team of teachers, therapists, nurses, and support staff to help students achieve educational, behavioral, social, and daily living goals. The role includes assisting with classroom participation, personal care, mobility, communication, and educational activities in a supportive and structured environment. Physical tasks such as lifting, bending, pulling, and pushing may be required to support student care and safety. The position is based at the Lehmann School in Lakewood, New Jersey. LADACIN Network is a nonprofit agency that has served individuals with developmental and physical disabilities for more than 75 years, providing educational, therapeutic, social, residential, and support services to infants, children, and adults with complex physical and developmental disabilities or delays.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a transdisciplinary environment.
- Ability to perform physical job responsibilities as required, including lifting, bending, pulling, and pushing.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with students with disabilities in a school setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist students with educational activities and classroom participation.
- Support implementation of individualized educational and behavioral goals.
- Assist students with personal care and daily living skills as needed.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, nurses, and other school staff.
- Maintain a safe, supportive, and professional learning environment.
- Assist with mobility, transfers, positioning, and physical support of students.
- Participate in school meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
- Follow LADACIN policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements.
- Cooperate with licensing, accrediting, and funding source requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Low-cost health benefits.
- Generous paid time off.
- Meaningful mission-driven work.
- Opportunities for leadership and growth.
- Supportive team environment.
- Collaborative interdisciplinary teams.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Onsite childcare in Monmouth County.
- Discount programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
