Paraprofessional School-Based Special Education

Bond Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bond Health is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to work one-on-one with a preschool student in a school setting. You will support classroom participation and accompany the child to therapy sessions as needed.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, and completion of required trainings including Epi-Pen use and Mandated Reporter Certification. You will follow educators' and therapists' guidance and assist with daily activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 3–6 months paraprofessional experience preferred.
• Training in the use of an Epi-Pen.
• Ability and willingness to work with medically fragile children in a school environment.
• Mandated Reporter Certification is required.
• Must be fingerprinted by the Board of Education (fees paid by candidate).
• Recent Quantiferon TB test.
• Pre-employment physical exam.
• Immunization/titers for MMR, TDAP, Varicella.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to a preschool student throughout the school day.
• Assist the child within the classroom and help maintain engagement in activities.
• Accompany the child to therapy sessions including physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
• Respond appropriately to medical situations or emergencies if they arise.
• Follow guidance from teachers, therapists, and supervisors.
• Perform additional paraprofessional duties as needed based on the student’s needs.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epi-Pen Training

Job description

Paraprofessional Needed

Work 1:1 with a Pre-School Student School Setting

Position Overview

This position involves working one-on-one with a preschool student in a school setting. The paraprofessional will support the child throughout the school day, assist with classroom participation, and accompany the student to therapy sessions as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to a preschool student throughout the school day.
• Assist the child within the classroom and help maintain engagement in activities.
• Accompany the child to therapy sessions including physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
• Respond appropriately to medical situations or emergencies if they arise.
• Follow guidance from teachers, therapists, and supervisors.
• Perform additional paraprofessional duties as needed based on the student’s needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3-6 months experience as a paraprofessional preferred
• Training in the use of an Epi-Pen
• Ability and willingness to work with medically fragile children in a school environment
• Mandated Reporter Certification
• Must be fingerprinted, or willing to be fingerprinted, by the Board of Education (fees paid by candidate)
• Recent Quantiferon TB test
• Pre-employment physical exam
• Proof of immunization/titers for MMR, TDAP, and Varicella