Behavior Therapist - Special Education Paraprofessional

Aspire Living & Learning; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8-weeks PTO annually

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

FSA & HSA options

JOON lifestyle spending

403(b) Employer Match

Professional growth opportunities

Life & Disability Insurance (Employer‑

EAP & Telehealth Services

Job summary

Aspire Living & Learning is seeking a Paraprofessional (Behavior Therapist) to support students in our Approved Private Special Education Program (ALL Academy) in Stamford, CT. You will implement individualized programs under supervision and collaborate with teachers and specialists to help students succeed.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of direct support experience, a high school diploma (Bachelor’s preferred), and strong interpersonal and organizational skills to work in a team-focused

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred in Psychology or Special Education.
• 2–3 years of direct support experience with children with disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Implement each student’s educational and behavioral programs under guidance of teachers and board-certified analysts.
• Collaborate with service providers such as School Psychologists, SLPs, and OT/PT.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Psychology / Special Education

Job description

Aspire Living & Learning is seeking a Paraprofessional (Behavior Therapist) to support students in our Approved Private Special Education Program (ALL Academy) in Stamford, CT. You will implement individualized programs under supervision and collaborate with teachers and specialists to help students succeed.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of direct support experience, a high school diploma (Bachelor’s preferred), and strong interpersonal and organizational skills to work in a team-focused