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Special Education Paraprofessional

Mount Vernon, NYOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • high school diploma
  • college coursework
  • children with autism
  • developmental disabilities
  • challenging behaviors
  • relationship-based learning
  • data collection

Nice to have

  • education
  • human services
  • DIRFloortime

Role summary

Rebecca School seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students aged 3-21 with neurodevelopmental delays using the DIRFloortime® model. The role involves providing individualized assistance with instruction, communication, and daily routines, reinforcing lessons, supporting self-regulation, and collecting student progress data. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, experience with children with autism or developmental disabilities, strong communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to manage challenging behaviors within a relationship-based learning environment.

At Rebecca School, we support students ages 3–21 with neurodevelopmental delays through the DIRFloortime® model. Guided by values of respect, relationships, and emotional growth, we help students connect and thrive. Join us and make a lasting difference in their lives.

As a Special Education Paraprofessional at Rebecca School, you will provide individualized support to students with developmental and social-emotional needs. You’ll play a vital role in helping students reach their goals by assisting with instruction, communication, and daily routines.

What You’ll Need

  • High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework in education or human services preferred

  • Experience supporting children with autism or developmental disabilities

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

  • Ability to remain calm and supportive during challenging behaviors

  • Commitment to relationship-based, developmental learning

What You’ll Do

  • Work one-on-one or in small groups to reinforce lessons and skill development

  • Support students in self-regulation, communication, and classroom participation

  • Assist with data collection and documentation of student progress

  • Provide support during transitions, meals, and daily activities

  • Collaborate with teachers and therapists to ensure consistent student support

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

  • Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

  • Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

  • 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

Rebecca School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.

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