Long-Term Special Ed Paraeducator - $23/hr

Swing Education; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Swing Hero status

Free training

Weekly pay

Job summary

Swing Education is seeking a Long-Term Substit ute Special Education Paraprofessional in La Mesa, CA. The role involves providing Specialized Academic Instruction support to students with IEPs, 1:1 or in small groups, under teacher supervision, with potential after-school hours.

Expect 6.5–8 hours/day, Monday–Friday, at $23/hour, paid weekly via W-2, with benefits eligibility. Prior experience with SPED, Live Scan clearance, and TB risk assessment are valued.

Qualifications

• Education: An associate’s degree or 48 college units.
• Clearances: A background check (Live Scan) and a TB risk assessment; Live Scan cost reimbursed in your paycheck after day 10.
• Experience (a big plus): Paid or volunteer work with students with special needs or IEPs.

Responsibilities

• Support students 1:1 or in a classroom under the teacher’s direction.
• Reinforce instruction at the level each student needs.
• Follow behavior support plans to help students stay engaged.
• Assist with daily routines, transitions, lunch, recess, and toileting.
• Stay for after-school support (ESS) when assigned.
• Prepare materials and assist with classroom tasks as needed.

Skills

Student support

Behavior management

Instructional aide

Education

Associate degree / 48 units

Job description

Swing Education is seeking a Long-Term Substit ute Special Education Paraprofessional in La Mesa, CA. The role involves providing Specialized Academic Instruction support to students with IEPs, 1:1 or in small groups, under teacher supervision, with potential after-school hours.

Expect 6.5–8 hours/day, Monday–Friday, at $23/hour, paid weekly via W-2, with benefits eligibility. Prior experience with SPED, Live Scan clearance, and TB risk assessment are valued.