Autism Support Paraprofessional — Impactful Weekday Role

BlazerJobs, Inc.; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured onboarding

Professional development

Weekday schedule; summers off

Job summary

BlazerJobs, Inc. is seeking contract paraprofessionals to support students with severe autism in highly specialized classrooms, with placements in elementary or high school depending on openings.

Candidates must have at least one year of direct paraprofessional experience in a special education setting for severe autism and challenging behaviors, be comfortable with safety interventions, and be ready for a week-long orientation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of direct paraprofessional experience in a special education classroom with severe autism and challenging behaviors.
• Comfortable with safety interventions and structured behavioral support environments
• Willingness to assist with intensive support needs, including toileting, feeding, transfers, and active supervision
• Must reside within 35 minutes of the assignment site
• Able to attend mandatory week-long orientation prior to placement
• Must possess or obtain 48+ college credits, an associate degree or higher, or PAs Credential
• Reliable personal vehicle and outstanding attendance record

Responsibilities

• Provide direct assistance to students with moderate-severe autism and intensive behavioral needs
• Implement safety protocols and support strategies
• Assist with daily living and educational tasks to foster engagement and learning
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Severe autism experience

Safety interventions

Attendance reliability

Drive to assignments

Education

48+ college credits

Associate degree or higher

PAs Credential for Paraeducators

Job description

BlazerJobs, Inc. is seeking contract paraprofessionals to support students with severe autism in highly specialized classrooms, with placements in elementary or high school depending on openings.

Candidates must have at least one year of direct paraprofessional experience in a special education setting for severe autism and challenging behaviors, be comfortable with safety interventions, and be ready for a week-long orientation.