Para‑Professional

Bashor Home of the United Methodist Church Inc; Goshen (IN); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

HSA match

Retirement contribution after 1 year

Education degree eligibility premium

Job summary

Bashor Home of the United Methodist Church Inc is seeking a steady, student-centered para-professional to support instruction within our Alternative Education Program and help students re-engage with learning. You will work closely with licensed teaching staff to provide targeted academic assistance and maintain a positive, trauma-informed classroom environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, administrators, and support staff, including documentation, attendance, and basic

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Active Indiana Substitute Teacher License or ability to obtain one is preferred.
• Strong communication, patience, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain calm, consistent, and supportive with students who may struggle in traditional settings.
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to learn new strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction under the direction of licensed teaching staff.
• Provide one-on-one and small-group academic assistance.
• Help maintain a structured, supportive, and trauma-informed learning environment.
• Assist with behavior support, redirection, and relationship-building.
• Supervise students during transitions, breaks, and other non-instructional times.
• Support documentation, attendance, and basic administrative tasks.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to meet student needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Relationship building

Team-oriented

Willingness to learn

Education

Indiana Substitute Teacher License (preferred)

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

We’re Hiring: Para-Professional

Alternative Education Program

If you’re passionate about helping students re-engage with learning, build confidence, and find their path forward, this role offers the chance to make a real impact every day. Our Alternative Education Program is seeking a steady, student‑centered para‑professional who can support instruction, maintain a positive classroom environment, and work closely with teachers to help students succeed.

What You’ll Do

• Support classroom instruction under the direction of licensed teaching staff
• Provide one‑on‑one and small‑group academic assistance
• Help maintain a structured, supportive, and trauma‑informed learning environment
• Assist with behavior support, redirection, and relationship‑building
• Supervise students during transitions, breaks, and other non‑instructional times
• Support documentation, attendance, and basic administrative tasks
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to meet student needs

What You Bring

• High School diploma or equivalent (required)
• Active Indiana Substitute Teacher License or the ability to obtain one (preferred)
• Strong communication, patience, and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to remain calm, consistent, and supportive with students who may struggle in traditional settings
• A team‑oriented mindset and willingness to learn new strategies

Additional Premium Qualification

We offer a pay premium for candidates who are:

• Actively enrolled in an education degree program, or
• Pursuing a Transition to Teaching pathway

This role is an excellent fit for future educators who want hands‑on experience in a supportive environment.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your well‑being and long‑term stability:

Paid Time Off & Holidays

• Vacation and holiday pay beginning at 90 days of employment

Health & Financial Benefits

• Strong employer HSA match
• Employer retirement contribution beginning after one year of full‑time employment

These benefits reflect our commitment to taking care of the people who take care of our students.

Why This Role Matters

Alternative education changes lives. You’ll be part of a team that helps students rebuild trust, rediscover their strengths, and move toward graduation with confidence.