Paraprofessional

YAI • New York City, NY

2d

About The Position

The Paraprofessional supports an assigned student at iHOPE, a school serving students with Traumatic Brain Injury, Acquired Brain Injury, and other brain-based disorders. iHOPE provides adapted academic instruction and therapeutic services through a collaborative, research-based model that integrates current technology. The school is committed to students’ social, emotional, adaptive, and educational advancement, with accessibility and community integration at its core.

The Paraprofessional helps the student participate in academic instruction, therapy, and school activities; implements the student’s IEP and behavior plan under the direction of supervisors and school staff; and supports the student’s care, safety, and daily needs. Compensation is $18.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Well organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and maintain focus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or coursework in education.
• One to three years of relevant healthcare, childcare, or school-based experience.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Support the assigned student in achieving goals set by the teacher and related services team.
• Assist with implementation of the student’s individualized IEP and support the behavior plan as directed by supervisors, teachers, instructors, administrators, and the behavior department.
• Support the student inside and outside the classroom so they can participate fully in school activities.
• Provide support during daily therapy and related service sessions.
• Support the student during academic instruction and assignments under the teacher’s supervision.
• Assist therapists during related service sessions and help transfer or position the student throughout the day.
• Assist the student with self-care, including restroom use, basic hygiene, and feeding.
• Follow policies and procedures for the care and safety of the assigned student and management of the student’s needs.
• Keep the student and their supplies neat and clean throughout the day.
• Ensure the student is fed appropriately and maintain the student’s safety at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED