School Support Specialist

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Albany, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Liability insurance

Healthcare + 401(k)

Licensure reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement between sites

Referral bonuses

Mentorship and support

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy LLC in Albany, Oregon is seeking a School Support Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. This in-person, full-time role supports students in a school-based setting and requires an Oregon Special Education Teaching license.

We offer competitive pay ($45-55/hour), W-2 employment with liability insurance, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with company match, licensure/CEU reimbursements, mileage reimbursement between sites, and ongoing mentorship from experienced school-based

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Education or Related Field.
• Active Oregon Special Education Teacher license.
• Experience in classroom setting.

Job description

## School Support SpecialistApplylocations: Albany, ORtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-102231**Job Title:**School Support Specialist**Pay Range:**$45-55/hour**Job Description:****Pay $45-55/hour | Albany, OR | School Support Specialist | Special Education Middle Level Leader | Full-Time | 2026-2027 School Year****Position Details*** School Support Specialist* Special Education Middle Level Leader* Position for the 2026-2027 school year* In-person, full-time position (37.5 paid hours/week)* Must have an Oregon Special Education Teaching license**About the Role**Hello Special Education Teachers! Come work with a woman and therapist run company doing what you love! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a School Support Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year in the Albany, OR area. We’re seeking passionate and collaborative professionals who are excited to make a meaningful impact in the school-based setting. **Why Join Us*** Competitive pay ($45-55/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* Mentorship and ongoing support from school-based professionals**What We're Looking For*** Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Education or Related Field* Active Oregon Special Education Teacher license* Previous experience working in the classroom setting is required**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.\*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 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!