Education Support Professional

The Richardson School; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with MyPath

ESOP

Earned wage access

Tuition reimbursement

Insurance: Accident & Hospital Indemn.

PTO & EAP

PerkSpot discounts

Job summary

The Richardson School is seeking an Education Support Professional to assist classrooms and support students with diverse needs. You’ll participate in 1:1 and small-group learning, implement IEP goals, and help with behavioral support using trauma-informed approaches.

Ideal candidates bring a calm, adaptable, student-centered approach, strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, with willingness to follow behavior plans and, after training, use intervention techniques.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with students with disabilities is helpful but not required.
• A calm, adaptable, and student-centered approach.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow behavior plans and use physical intervention techniques once trained.

Responsibilities

• Support classrooms across the school with daily lessons, activities, and supervision.
• Engage students in 1:1 and small-group learning to build academic and social skills.
• Assist with behavioral support using trauma-informed and approved de-escalation techniques.
• Help implement IEP goals and classroom strategies designed by teachers and treatment team.
• Support sensory breaks, transitions, specials, and unstructured times.
• Document student progress, behavior data, and required reports.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to provide consistent care.
• Model professionalism, patience, and positive communication every day.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Calm demeanor

Adaptability

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives.OverviewMake a Difference Every DayThe Richardson School, a MyPath Company, is looking for an Education Support Professional (ESP) who wants to make a meaningful impact. In this role, you’ll be part of a caring, collaborative team supporting students with diverse academic, behavioral, and therapeutic needs. You’ll help create a safe, engaging learning environment where every student can grow, participate, and succeed.Whether you're beginning your career in education or bringing valuable experience, your flexibility, positivity, and compassion matter most.What You’ll DoSupport classrooms across the school with daily lessons, activities, and supervisionEngage students in 1:1 and small-group learning to build academic and social skillsAssist with behavioral support using trauma-informed and approved de-escalation techniquesHelp implement IEP goals and classroom strategies designed by teachers and treatment teamSupport sensory breaks, transitions, specials, and unstructured timesDocument student progress, behavior data, and required reportsCollaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to provide consistent careModel professionalism, patience, and positive communication every dayWhat You’ll BringHigh school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferredExperience working with students with disabilities is helpful but not requiredA calm, adaptable, and student-centered approachStrong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skillsAbility to follow behavior plans and use physical intervention techniques once trainedWhat You’ll GainSchedule: Monday-Friday, between 9:00am – 3:00pm (school-year with calendar with summers off), Part Time working up 25 hours per weekStarting Pay: $20.00 per hourPart-Time Benefits (20+ hours/week):401(k) with MyPath Financial Wellness ResourcesEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)On-demand access to earned wagesTuition reimbursementAccident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity InsurancePTO accrual & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee discount program through PerkSpotAt The Richardson School, we value our employees and are committed to offering meaningful benefits that support your well-being, growth, and success.Additional InformationMyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter.Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional in supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath.Our CultureAt MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors:PassionAccountabilityTeamworkOpennessContinuous Learning and InnovationAs an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You’ll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless!MyPath is proudly Majority Women Employee-Owned, with women leading at every level from the frontline to the boardroom. Our strength comes from all of us. Every Owner, regardless of gender, plays a vital role in shaping our culture, driving our mission, and building a workplace where opportunity and ownership are shared by all.MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace the unique characteristics, abilities, and life experiences of our employees and believe that equitable and inclusive practices are essential to our success. We value the diversity of our Owners, the individuals we serve, and the communities we engage with.