Para Professional Full Time - $27 per hour

Boston Speech Therapy; Clinton (CT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Speech Therapy in the United States is seeking a dedicated Para Professional to support therapists in school classrooms and therapeutic settings. You will provide student-focused, one-on-one assistance and help maintain an engaging learning environment.

This 1099, full-time role offers meaningful interaction with students, opportunities to contribute to IEP implementation and data collection, and collaborative teamwork with teachers and staff to foster positive educational outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree preferred.
• Experience working with children in education or special education is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; patient and empathetic.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers and other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of instructional activities.
• Provide one-on-one support to students to promote engagement.
• Help manage classroom behavior and promote positive interactions.
• Support the implementation of IEPs.
• Assist with student assessments, data collection, and record-keeping.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to create a supportive learning atmosphere.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patience & empathy

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in Education

Job description

Come work for a local woman-SLP-owned company based in Boston.. where we value YOUR work and make sure that caseloads are MANAGEABLE and that YOU have an appropriate space to work with the materials you need to do your job. Since we are owned and operated by therapists, we understand the unique needs of therapists.

At Boston Speech Therapy, we are seeking a passionate and dedicated Para Professional who will support staff for school classroom in providing individualized assistance to students with diverse learning needs in both classroom and therapeutic settings. Your commitment will make a significant difference in the educational experience of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the delivery of instructional activities
• Provide one-on-one support to students, helping them to engage and succeed in their learning environment
• Help manage classroom behavior and promote positive interactions among students
• Support the implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
• Assist with student assessments, data collection, and record-keeping
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to create a supportive and effective learning atmosphere

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Education or a related field preferred
• Previous experience working with children, particularly in special education settings, is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help students succeed
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques is beneficial

1099 position

$27 per hour

Full-Time