A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
Join a team that shows up for students every single day! We have paraprofessional openings at our classroom location in the Webster (up to 2 openings) Northeast Educational Service Cooperative (NESC) is looking for a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to join our self-contained classroom, supporting students with high needs. This is more than a job — it's a chance to be part of a team that works together to help every student grow, succeed, and feel supported. What You'll Do Work alongside our teacher and support staff to provide one-on-one and small-group assistance to students with significant intellectual, developmental, physical, and/or behavioral needs Help implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and behavior support plans Assist with daily living skills, communication, mobility, and personal care as needed Support students during academic instruction, therapies, transitions, and community outings Collaborate closely with teachers, related service providers (OT, PT, speech), and families to ensure consistency of care Help create a safe, structured, and encouraging classroom environment where students can thrive What We're Looking For A team player who communicates well and pitches in wherever needed Patience, compassion, and a genuine desire to make a difference in students' lives Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred but not required — we provide training! Physical ability to assist with lifting, transfers, and personal care as needed High School Diploma or GED Valid Driver's license Why You'll Love Working Here A true team environment — you're never navigating challenges alone; our staff supports one another daily Meaningful, hands-on impact — see the difference you make in students' lives, day by day School-year schedule — enjoy school hours, weekends off, and holiday/summer breaks that align with the academic calendar Ongoing training and professional development A warm, supportive administration that values its paraprofessionals as essential members of the education team $18 is just the base pay. We add onto the hourly base (additional years of related experience and education). Ready to Make a Difference? If you're looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and a schedule that fits your life, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
