Paraprofessional / Teacher Assistant

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Gastonia (NC); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy LLC in Gastonia, NC is hiring a Paraprofessional / Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. This 1:1 role supports a 6th grade student in person full-time, under a women-led, therapist-founded company.

The position offers competitive pay up to $25/hour, W-2 employment with benefits, and opportunities for licensure support and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have 48 college credits and submit college transcripts.
• In person full-time position.
• 1:1 position providing support to a 6th grade student.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a 6th grade student.
• Reinforce instruction with individual student per teacher direction.
• Assist the teacher with classroom management and general supervision.
• Prepare and set up instructional materials and equipment; perform routine administrative tasks.

Skills

1:1 support

Classroom management

Instruction reinforcement

Education

48 college credits

Job description

**Job Title:**Paraprofessional / Teacher Assistant**Pay Range:**$20-25/hour**Job Description:****Paraprofessional | Up to $25/hour | Gastonia, NC | Full-Time | 2026-2027 School Year** Are you a dedicated 1:1 Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant passionate about supporting students with diverse learning needs? Join a women-led, therapist-founded company committed to transforming the school-based employment experience. Ampersand Therapy is hiring a **1:1** **Paraprofessional/** **Exceptional Children’s Teacher Assistant** for the 26-27 School Year and are interviewing now! **Job Details:*** **REQUIRED: Must have 48 college credits and submit college transcripts*** In person full-time position* 1:1 position providing support to a 6th grade student* Pay $20-25/hour* Reinforce instruction with individual student per teacher direction* Assist the teacher with classroom management and general supervision* Prepare and set up instructional materials and equipment; perform routine administrative tasks**Why Join Us*** Competitive pay (Up to $25/hour)* W-2 employment with liability insurance included* Healthcare benefits\\* + 401(k) with company match* Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses* Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses*Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.* **About Ampersand Therapy**Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued.Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.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!