Education Support Specialist: Part-Time with ESOP Benefits

Richardson School; Appleton (WI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with MyPath Financial Wellness

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

On-demand access to earned wages

Tuition reimbursement

Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital…

PTO accrual & Employee Assistance Prog

Employee discount program through Perk

ESOP

Job summary

The Richardson School in Wisconsin is seeking an Education Support Professional to join a caring team supporting students with diverse needs. You will assist with daily lessons, 1:1 and small-group learning, and behavior support while following established plans and collaborating with teachers and therapists.

This role is part-time (approx. 25 hours/week) with a 9:00am–3:00pm schedule and a starting pay of $20.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with students with disabilities is helpful but not required.
• 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 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 under pressure

Trauma-informed approach

Follow behavior plans

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

The Richardson School in Wisconsin is seeking an Education Support Professional to join a caring team supporting students with diverse needs. You will assist with daily lessons, 1:1 and small-group learning, and behavior support while following established plans and collaborating with teachers and therapists.

This role is part-time (approx. 25 hours/week) with a 9:00am–3:00pm schedule and a starting pay of $20.00 per hour.