Special Education Paraprofessional

Under the direction of the Team Leader, Director of Education and/or Assistant Director of Education, provides behavioral structure and academic guidance in supervising and monitoring students with crisis intervention and/or counseling; and other areas as appropriate.

Typical activities:

1. Reinforces skills and educational goals as directed by the supervising teacher.
2. Presents material accurately, in accordance with the student’s emotional learning style, under the guidance of the classroom teacher.
3. Follows the student’s individual behavior program which is developed by the educational team.
4. Communicates all relevant educational and emotional/behavioral information to the coordinating teacher.
5. Completes weekly status reports to be turned in to the cooperating teacher on the first day of each week.  Daily information is necessary.  This and other documentation must be given to the cooperating teacher in a timely manner.
6. Behaves in a professional manner (i.e. will be on time, be responsible, be available during the school day, and will use appropriate judgment regarding activities and conversations with students.)
7. Is available to assist the educational program of all students, as designed by the coordinating teacher or administrator.

Education/Experience requirements:

A high school diploma required.

Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years experience with crisis prevention and/or counseling preferred. 

Acquisition and maintenance of certifications in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and CPR/First Aid required.

Duration: 10 Month Position

Monday-Friday
8am-3:30pm
37.5 per week 

Full time employees are eligible for our attractive benefits that include but are not limited to: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, 401k plus a match, Paid Holidays and Vacations, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, and a Referral Program. We are also currently offering a $1,000 sign on bonus.

Klingberg Family Centers (and its Affiliates) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, learning or physical disability, past or present history of mental disorder, developmental disabilities, veteran status, or any other category protected by state, federal or local law. We are working to embody anti-racism, putting equity and justice at the center of our work. We especially encourage people who identify as black, indigenous, LGBTQ, disabled, or any underrepresented group to apply.

We are an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.