Educational Assistant, Sheppard Pratt School - Glyndon, MD

Sheppard Pratt; Reisterstown (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of special education services as an Educational Assistant at a picturesque campus in Glyndon, MD. This entry-level role offers a collaborative environment focused on the cognitive and emotional growth of K-12 students with diverse needs. You'll support teachers and students, document progress, and engage in classroom activities, all while receiving professional development and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits

403b retirement match

Generous paid-time-off

Tuition reimbursement program

Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous mileage reimbursement program

Qualifications

• Entry level experience in special education.
• Supporting Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the teacher as a paraprofessional educator.
• Providing educational and adaptive behavior support.
• Documenting student progress.

Skills

Collaboration

Support

Behavior Intervention

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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Sheppard Pratt School in Glyndon is a leading provider of year-round special education and therapeutic services, catering to students grades K-12. Our comprehensive program serves students with a range of needs, including autism, emotional disability, intellectual disabilities, other health impairments, specific learning disability, and speech or language impairment. Nestled on a picturesque 43-acre campus, the school offers a unique educational experience surrounded by nature trails, a greenhouse, and a sensory-friendly playground. Our vibrant atmosphere is immediately evident upon arrival, fostering an energetic and engaging environment where students thrive.

What to expect.

You will join a collaborative learning environment that supports the cognitive, social, and emotional growth of the students in our care. This role offers rich, entry level, experience in special education if your goals include careers like special education teacher, registered behavior technician (RBT), or board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Starting pay rate: $18.00/hour.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Supporting the teacher as a paraprofessional educator and/or working with assigned student as a 1:1 dedicated aide.
• Supporting Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives by documenting student progress and providing additional instruction and structure.
• Providing educational and adaptive behavior support
• Providing behavior intervention and treatment
• Opportunities for leading classroom activities.
  
  
  

What we need from you.

• High school diploma
  
  
  

What you'll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefits eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program
  
  
  

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education and years and level of related experience.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?

At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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