Student Support Specialist — Paraprofessional

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development and Training

Continuing Education Resources

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC is seeking dedicated Instructional Support Paraprofessionals for the 2026-2027 school year. Join a collaborative school environment to help students develop academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and life skills both in and out of the classroom.

Work closely with teachers and special education staff to support diverse learning needs, including one-on-one and small-group settings. Strong communication, adaptability, and professionalism are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with children, adolescents, or individuals with special needs.
• Ability to support students in both individual and group learning environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructional plans, classroom procedures, and behavioral support strategies.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and positive working relationships.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one, small-group, and classroom-wide instructional support.
• Reinforce teacher-led lessons, instructional activities, and classroom routines.
• Assist students with academic tasks, assignments, and skill development activities.
• Support implementation of IEPs, accommodations, and classroom modifications as directed.
• Help students remain engaged, focused, and actively participating in classroom activities.
• Support development of academic, communication, social-emotional, organizational, and functional life skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, therapists, administrators, and other educational professionals.
• Maintain accurate documentation and student records as required by the assignment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or bachelor's degree in education, psychology, child development

School-based or special education experience

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC is seeking dedicated Instructional Support Paraprofessionals for the 2026-2027 school year. Join a collaborative school environment to help students develop academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and life skills both in and out of the classroom.

Work closely with teachers and special education staff to support diverse learning needs, including one-on-one and small-group settings. Strong communication, adaptability, and professionalism are essential.