Special Education ParaPro & Behavior Specialist - On-site

Meritus Health; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 32,166; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401k plan

Education assistance program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Frederick, Maryland is seeking a compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional – Behavior Specialist to support students with special needs in academic and non-academic settings. The role involves supervising students, assisting classroom teachers, and implementing behavior management strategies. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, relevant experience, and CPR certification. A collaborative environment is emphasized, with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Previous experience working with children with special needs.
• Valid driver’s license in state of residence.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current First Aid training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist students during academic periods.
• Support classroom instruction under the direction of the teacher.
• Maintain professional boundaries with students and staff.
• Complete timely and accurate data collection.
• Participate in team collaborations and in-service training.

Skills

Experience with special needs children

Behavior management

Data collection

Education

High school diploma

Associate or bachelor’s degree

Job description

A healthcare provider in Frederick, Maryland is seeking a compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional – Behavior Specialist to support students with special needs in academic and non-academic settings. The role involves supervising students, assisting classroom teachers, and implementing behavior management strategies. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, relevant experience, and CPR certification. A collaborative environment is emphasized, with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.