One-on-One 1st Grade Autism Aide | Classroom Support

Birch Agency; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Agency in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking a caring Teacher Aide / Paraprofessional to support a 1st grade student with autism in a school setting. You will work closely with the classroom teacher and support staff to help the student succeed throughout the day.

The role emphasizes patience, dependable service, and the ability to implement individualized plans. Ideal candidates have prior school or behavior support experience and a paraprofessional certification or related coursework.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient with children, especially in special education.
• Experience working in schools or behavioral support settings preferred.
• Experience supporting students with autism preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to a 1st grade student with autism.
• Assist with tableside instruction, classroom activities, and academic tasks.
• Help student follow classroom routines, directions, and expectations.
• Reinforce academic, behavioral, and social goals established by the classroom team.
• Support transitions and daily classroom activities.
• Provide positive encouragement, redirection, and reinforcement when needed.
• Help promote the student's independence and participation in the classroom.
• Collaborate closely with the classroom teacher, special education staff, and school team.
• Follow student-specific support strategies and school policies.
• Help maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Dependable

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

Paraprofessional certification

Education coursework

Job description

Birch Agency in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking a caring Teacher Aide / Paraprofessional to support a 1st grade student with autism in a school setting. You will work closely with the classroom teacher and support staff to help the student succeed throughout the day.

The role emphasizes patience, dependable service, and the ability to implement individualized plans. Ideal candidates have prior school or behavior support experience and a paraprofessional certification or related coursework.