Education Support Professional

Mypathcompanies; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

ESOP

Earned wages access

Tuition reimbursement

PTO & EAP

Job summary

The Richardson School in Madison, WI, is seeking an Education Support Professional to join a caring, collaborative team. You will help support students with diverse needs, participate in daily lessons, and assist with behavioral support and data documentation.

Requirements include a high school diploma (bachelor’s degree preferred) and strong communication and teamwork. The role offers a part-time schedule with summers off and additional benefits through MyPath.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with students with disabilities is helpful but not required.
• Calm, adaptable, and student-centered approach; strong communication.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Education Support Professional### Education Support ProfessionalApply: Madison, WI: Part time: Posted Yesterday: JR108343Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives. **Overview****Make a Difference Every Day****The 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 Do*** 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**What You’ll Bring*** High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred* Experience working 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**What You’ll Gain*** **Schedule:** Monday-Friday, between 9:00am – 3:00pm (school-year calendar with summers off), Part Time working up 25 hours per week* **Starting Pay:** $20.00 per hour* **Part-Time Benefits (20+ hours/week):** + 401(k) with MyPath Financial Wellness Resources + Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) + On-demand access to earned wages + Tuition reimbursement + Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance + PTO 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.