Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional

The Paraprofessional provides direct, individualized support to a high school student with specialized academic, behavioral, or physical needs. This role assists the student in accessing the curriculum, staying engaged during classroom activities, and meeting IEP related goals. The paraprofessional collaborates with teachers, special education staff, and related service providers to support a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a high school student throughout the school day.
• Assist the student with academic tasks, organization, task completion, and classroom participation.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and behavior plans as directed by the IEP team.
• Support the student with transitions between classes, lunch, specials, or community based instruction.

• Follow behavior intervention strategies designed by teachers or specialists (e.g., BCBA, school psychologist).
• Model and encourage positive social interactions with peers.
• Assist with deescalation and crisis prevention strategies when needed.

• Reinforce teacher led instruction and provide small group or 1:1 academic prompting.
• Help prepare learning materials, organize student work, and maintain instructional areas.
• Track student progress and collect data as instructed by the teaching team.

• Ensure student safety in all school environments.
• Provide mobility or physical assistance when needed.
• Support the student with daily living skills as identified in the IEP.

• Maintain ongoing communication with teachers, case managers, and related service providers.
• Participate in meetings or trainings as assigned.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to FERPA guidelines.

School hours are 7:30AM-2:10PM with early dismissal on Wed at 12:10PM

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE