One to One/Therapeutic Behavior Aide

Sheppard Pratt; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement program

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

403b retirement match

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt School in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a paraprofessional educator to support students aged 12 to 21 in a collaborative, in-person setting. The role offers entry-level experience in special education and supports IEP goals while assisting the classroom teacher.

You will work 8am-4pm, Monday through Friday, with on-site duties and opportunities to lead activities. Starting pay is $18.50/hour, with potential growth to $22.95/hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Support IEP goals with progress documentation.
• Provide behavioral support and intervention.
• Opportunities to lead classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher as paraprofessional educator.
• Support assigned student as 1:1 aide.
• Document student progress toward IEP goals.
• Provide educational and adaptive behavior support.
• Lead classroom activities when needed.

Skills

Paraprofessional

1:1 aide

Documenting progress

Behavior support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm | Job Location Type: In Person

Sheppard Pratt School in Gaithersburg is a dynamic nonpublic special education day school committed to providing comprehensive year-round educational, therapeutic, and daily living services to students aged 12 to 21. Our tailored programs cater to students with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, multiple disabilities, and other health impairments, ensuring each student receives the support they need to thrive. We may be small, but our dedication is anything but. From our big-hearted staff to our ambitious goals for our students, we approach everything with enthusiasm and intention.

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: $18.50/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 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

The pay range for this position is $18.50/hr minimum - $22.95/hr maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

What we need from you.

• High school diploma or GED.

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!