Special Education Paraprofessional

Swing Education; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

W-2 benefits

Bonus opportunities

Refer a friend bonus

Training resources

Fortune Best Workplace

Job summary

Swing Education in San Jose, CA is seeking dependable special education paraprofessionals to support students with IEPs in inclusion classrooms. You may provide 1:1 academic and daily living assistance, and help with transitions, lunch, and behavior support as needed.

Join a Fortune Best Workplace and enjoy flexible scheduling, weekly pay, W-2 benefits, and training resources. Rates range from $130 to $240 per day, with opportunities for bonus payouts and refer-a-friend rewards.

Qualifications

• Background check (Live Scan) required with costs reimbursed after 10th day
• TB clearance required
• Experience supporting students with IEPs preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for students with IEPs in inclusion settings
• Assist with transitions, restroom, and lunchroom routines
• Help students access grade-level instruction alongside peers

Skills

1:1 support

IEP support

Behavior support

Classroom transitions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Make $130-$240 per day

(Approximate daily range)

Find special education paraprofessional jobs in San Jose at Franklin-McKinley School District and more!

Special Education Paraprofessional Jobs in San Jose, CA

San Jose schools need dependable aides and paraprofessionals to support students with IEPs throughout their school day. Whether you’re comfortable providing 1:1 academic and daily living support, or have experience with behavior support and de-escalation, there’s a role here for you.

The Modern Way to Work in Schools

Join Swing Education, a Fortune Best Workplace. We’ve reimagined school staffing by combining helpful tools with the flexibility of a modern platform, so you can support students on a schedule that works for you.

Swing puts you in control:

• No morning-of phone calls
• No minimum hours
• Choose the role, schedule, and school that fit your life

What You’ll Do, by Role

• Provide 1:1 support for a student with an IEP in an inclusion classroom setting
• Assist with non-behavioral needs like classroom transitions, restroom, and lunchroom support
• Help the student access grade-level instruction alongside their peers

Perks of Working Through Swing

• Priority access: Consistent, top-performing subs may qualify for Swing Hero status, which means first look at future local requests
• Weekly pay: Get paid every Friday for your completed assignments
• Help with your permit: Want to pick up substitute teaching too? Use Permit Assist to get your Emergency 30-Day Permit for free
• Skillbuilding support: Level up your confidence with Swing’s training resources
• Your voice matters: Share feedback about school experiences and feel heard
• Extra ways to earn: Bonuses throughout the year and $100 when you refer a friend
• W-2 benefits: Access medical and 401(k) options as a Swing employee

Rates and Flexibility

• $130-$240/day, depending on role, the school, and length of request
• Bonus opportunities for high-need and last-minute requests

What You’ll Need

• Background check (Live Scan/fingerprinting); cost reimbursed in your paycheck after your 10th day of work
• TB clearance

Inclusion and Community

At Swing, we’re committed to inclusion and building a community where everyone feels welcome. Our team is diverse, and we support educators and school staff in reaching their goals, both inside and outside the classroom.