Special Education Paraprofessional: PBIS & Student Growth

FullBloom; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Mental health support

Job summary

FullBloom’s Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a paraprofessional to support K-12 students with special needs in district classrooms and standalone schools.

You will work with diverse student groups, lead small-group instruction, and collaborate with teachers to deliver customized behavioral and academic support. You will help monitor progress, reinforce learning, and assist with assessments while maintaining safety and implementing de-escalation techniques when needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Lead small group instruction and implement SESI's academic rotational model.
• Partner with teachers to provide customized behavior and academic support and conduct assessments.
• Reinforce learning by assigning tasks and using data to tailor materials; complete one-on-one tutorials.
• Assist teachers with large group activities, grading, and enrichment activities; provide accommodations as needed.
• Utilize behavior support and intervention strategies; implement de-escalation techniques when necessary.
• Support daily lesson plans and track student progress toward academic, social, and emotional goals.
• Supervise students and ensure safety during transitions and travel within school locations.
• Collaborate with teachers, assistant teachers, and related service providers to address student needs.

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

FullBloom’s Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a paraprofessional to support K-12 students with special needs in district classrooms and standalone schools.

You will work with diverse student groups, lead small-group instruction, and collaborate with teachers to deliver customized behavioral and academic support. You will help monitor progress, reinforce learning, and assist with assessments while maintaining safety and implementing de-escalation techniques when needed.