Paraprofessional

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Raymore (MO); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Mileage reimbursement between sites

Referral bonuses

Résumé du poste

Ampersand Therapy LLC in Raymore, MO is hiring a full-time paraprofessional for a K-12 school district. The role provides 1:1 or small group support to students with significant needs, implements behavior and instructional strategies, and collaborates with a school team.

This position offers a steady school-year schedule, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) with company match, mileage reimbursements, and referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• Must have 60 college credits or completed the 20-hour substitute certificate course or have passed the ParaPathways/ParaPro assessment.
• Experience working with children or individuals with significant support needs or disabilities is preferred.
• Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills required.

Responsabilités

• Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with significant support needs.
• Assist students with academics, communication, and daily living skills as needed.
• Implement behavior support plans and instructional strategies under classroom direction.
• Support students with mobility, transitions, and classroom participation.
• Reinforce social, emotional, communication, and functional life skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, therapists, and related service providers.

Connaissances

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Formation

60 college credits

ParaPro/ParaPathways

Description du poste

Paraprofessional# Careers## ParaprofessionalApply: On-Site: Raymore, MO: Full time: Posted Today: R-104159**Job Title:**Paraprofessional**Pay Range:**$18-$22/hourly**Job Description:****Up to $22/hour | Raymore, MO | Full-Time Hours | 2026–2027 School Year |****Paraprofessional****Position Details:*** Starting ASAP* Full Time**About the Role**Hello, Paraprofessionals! Ampersand Therapy is hiring full-time Paraprofessional for K-12 school district in Raymore, MO. In this role, you'll provide individualized support to students with significant support needs, helping them build independence, participate in classroom activities, and achieve their educational goals. This is a great opportunity for both experienced paraprofessionals and those looking to grow in special education while making a meaningful impact in students' lives alongside a supportive and collaborative school team.**Why Join Us*** Competitive pay (Up to $22/hour) + steady school-year schedule* W-2 employment with liability insurance included* Healthcare benefits\\* + 401(k) with company match* Ongoing support and mentorship* Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses**What You'll Do*** Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with significant support needs* Assist students with academic activities, communication, and daily living skills as needed* Implement behavior support plans and instructional strategies under the direction of the classroom team* Support students with mobility, transitions, and classroom participation* Reinforce social, emotional, communication, and functional life skills* Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, therapists, and related service providers* Help maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment* Maintain basic documentation as needed**What We're Looking For*** **Must have 60 college credit hours OR completed the 20 hour substitute certificate course OR have passed the ParaPathways/ParaPro assessment*** Experience working with children or individuals with significant support needs or disabilities preferred* Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills* Ability to follow individualized education and behavior support plans* School-based or paraprofessional experience is a plus**About Ampersand Therapy**Ampersand Therapy is a therapist-owned and operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so our team can do their best work. We are committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where employees feel valued. *Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.* Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Please reach out to **[e-mail]** if you have any questions!We're a small business, local to many of the areas we hire in, and are proud to be women, minority, and therapist-founded and run.We began our career working in schools both as district and contract employees. We sought to create an alternative to working with big staffing companies. The result is a small team of like-minded specialists who are striving to create a company that we would want to work for. Because we are therapists ourselves, we are deeply appreciative of and understand the work that you do. We're also in a unique position to be able to support and mentor those who are new to this practice area. We're so passionate about students that we're often working in the schools ourselves. You might find us doing treatments alongside you!