Special Education Paraprofessional - Empower Student Success

Esperanza Academy Inc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Esperanza Academy Charter School in the Hunting Park area of North Philadelphia is seeking a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional to provide push-in support across content-area classes and offer individualized assistance to students with disabilities.

You will collaborate with teachers, families, and related service staff to monitor progress toward IEP goals, support behavioral and social-emotional development, and assist with transitions, lunch, and daily activities for a 2026-2027

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or Paraeducator Credential is required.
• Experience working with students with disabilities in an educational setting is preferred.
• Spanish fluency is preferred but not required.
• Clearances (FBI, PA Criminal, and Child Abuse) within the last 12 months are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide push-in classroom support across content areas to help students engage with grade-level curriculum.
• Offer one-on-one and small-group instruction under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher to support academic and behavioral growth.
• Assist in implementing accommodations and modifications to ensure students can fully participate in learning.
• Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals, collaborating with teachers to adjust support as needed.
• Foster a positive and engaging learning environment where students feel valued and supported.
• Help students develop independent learning and self-advocacy skills.
• Support students with daily classroom activities, including assignments, note-taking, and test-taking.
• Implement behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) and reinforce positive behavioral strategies.
• Serve as a liaison between families and the school, communicating student needs and progress.
• Assist with transitions, lunch, recess, and arrival/dismissal times as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, therapists, and related service providers to ensure a well-rounded support system.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and adhere to all special education policies.

Education

Associate’s Degree or Paraeducator Credential

Job description

Esperanza Academy Charter School in the Hunting Park area of North Philadelphia is seeking a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional to provide push-in support across content-area classes and offer individualized assistance to students with disabilities.

You will collaborate with teachers, families, and related service staff to monitor progress toward IEP goals, support behavioral and social-emotional development, and assist with transitions, lunch, and daily activities for a 2026-2027