1:1 Support

green-tree-school-and-services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness perks

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement savings with company

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Job summary

Green Tree School & Services in Philadelphia is seeking a dedicated One-to-One Support specialist to work with an assigned student throughout the school day, providing behavioral, emotional, and academic assistance. You will help students stay engaged, safe, and successful in a structured learning environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience supporting children with special needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience supporting children with special needs is preferred.
• Ability to remain calm and consistent when managing behavioral challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized behavioral and academic support to your assigned student.
• Reinforce positive behavior and help students make appropriate choices.
• Assist with self-care needs and ensure student safety throughout the day.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff during classroom activities and interventions.
• Maintain documentation and communicate progress with the educational team.

Skills

Strong communication

Observation

Collaboration

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Green Tree School & Services in Philadelphia provides full-time, out-of-district programs for students with autism and emotional support needs. With integrated clinical, behavioral, and academic services, Green Tree School & Services empowers students to achieve independence while upholding values of safety, inclusion, and excellence. Explore how you can help transform lives and impact communities.

As a One-to-One Support at Green Tree School & Services, you will work directly with an assigned student to provide behavioral, emotional, and academic support throughout the school day. You’ll play a critical role in helping students stay engaged, safe, and successful in their learning environment.

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least one year of experience supporting children with special needs
• Ability to remain calm and consistent when managing behavioral challenges
• Strong communication, observation, and collaboration skills
• Completion of required state clearances (Act 34, Act 114, Act 151)

What You’ll Do

• Provide individualized behavioral and academic support to your assigned student
• Reinforce positive behavior and help students make appropriate choices
• Assist with self-care needs and ensure student safety throughout the day
• Collaborate with teachers and staff during classroom activities and interventions
• Maintain documentation and communicate progress with the educational team

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

Green Tree School & Services 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 [e-mail].