Special Education Paraprofessional - ABA Support

Care Options for Kids; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna

Life, LTD & STD

Supplemental Insurances

401k

PTO

CEUs

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Discipline-specific mentor

Online community of clinicians

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with diverse learning needs in a school setting. You will work with an assigned teacher, assist with lessons and materials, and help with grading and progress reporting to monitor student success.

Ideal candidates have ABA familiarity, experience with autism and other exceptional needs, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a paraprofessional or educational support in a school setting.
• Experience supporting students with autism, developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges.
• Familiarity with ABA principles and/or experience in a behavioral support role.
• Ability to implement BIPs, reinforce positive behaviors, collect data and collaborate with staff.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to documentation.
• Self-motivated, dependable and able to work independently following plans.
• Remain calm and flexible in fast-paced situations and manage challenging behaviors.
• Maintain confidentiality per FERPA and applicable regulations.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication with students and families.
• Responsive, adaptable and timely in communication and follow-through.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Support students individually and in small groups under teacher guidance.
• Assist with lesson plans and learning materials for instruction.
• Grade homework and write progress reports to track student growth.

Skills

ABA familiarity

Behavior data collection

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Care Options for Kids is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with diverse learning needs in a school setting. You will work with an assigned teacher, assist with lessons and materials, and help with grading and progress reporting to monitor student success.

Ideal candidates have ABA familiarity, experience with autism and other exceptional needs, and strong organizational skills.