Special Education Paraprofessional

Company: New Story Schools
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: January 28, 2023

Job Description:

Do you have a passion for education and being a part of a mission-driven organization? - Do you want to join a fast-growing company with excellent benefits, such as competitive health and wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, and so much more?
New Story School in Wyoming, PA is seeking a qualified Academic and Behavior Support Staff to collaboratively work with Special Education teachers to fulfill the individual curriculum and self-care needs of the students. This position is for the Throop School location. Be a part of our dynamic and growing team!

RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Assist with the implementation of the students Individualized Education (IEP)
  
• Assist students within the classroom/program setting during participation in special subjects such as Physical Education, Vocational programs, and Field trips.
  
• Implement appropriate behavior management strategies and techniques.
  
• Observe/Record data related to behavioral concerns to assess/monitor the progress of the student
  
  
  
  BENEFITS
  Eligible New Story Employees will receive competitive pay and benefits including:
  
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  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA)
    
  • Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
    
  • Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Hospital, and Accident Coverage
    
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
    
  • Tuition reimbursement
    
  • 401K with 100% vested company contribution
    
  • Healthcare, dependent care, and commuter Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
    
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    
  • Wellness Incentive Program
    
  • Employee Discount Program
    
  • Rewards program which allows you to earn points to purchase items
    
    New Story School is an educational organization comprised of special education schools in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. We offer an academic learning environment integrated with behavior support services for students diagnosed with autism or emotional/behavioral disorders. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate with families, school districts, and community partners to empower children in overcoming challenges and creating new stories in their lives.
    New Story Schools is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to providing a drug-free, safe workplace for our employees and the students we serve. For more information about New Story Schools careers and benefits, please visit our website
    To view all our open opportunities, please visit our career site at .
    If you are a current New Story employee, please apply through the UKG system. Click , log in, and navigate to "Open Opportunities" to search and apply for current open opportunities.
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    ExperiencePreferred
    • 3+ months experience working in a school or program for individuals with special needs to which they are assignedEducationRequired
      • High School or betterPreferred
        • Bachelors or better in Psychology or related field
        • Bachelors or better in Human Services or related fieldSkillsRequired
          • Crisis Intervention

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