Therapeutic Education Assistant (Paraprofessional)

Cornerstones of Care; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 Paid Holidays

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Health insurance benefits

Retirement savings plan (401K) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Cornerstones of Care is looking for a Therapeutic Education Assistant in Kansas City, Missouri. The role involves supporting classroom teachers with grading, supervision, and implementing activities while providing individual instruction to students. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be at least 21 years old, and have reliable transportation.

This full-time position offers a starting salary of $17.00 to $21.00 hourly and a variety of benefits including health insurance, a retirement savings plan, and unlimited paid time off. Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to pass background check, physical, and drug screening.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with grading and other duties.
• Provide supervision during school hours.
• Implement activities developed by classroom teachers.
• Deliver individual instruction to students.
• Assist with record keeping and class preparation.

Skills

Classroom assistance

Supervision

Instruction delivery

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

We are seeking a Therapeutic Education Assistant to join our team.

Starting Salary: $17.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Schedules Available: Full-Time & PRN (Substitute)

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with grading and other classroom duties.
• Provide supervision during school hours, including breakfast, lunch break, and in the teacher's absence.
• Implement activities developed by classroom teachers.
• Deliver individual instruction to students.
• Assist with record keeping and class preparation, and adhere to the academic school calendar and schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree preferred.
• Minimum 21 years of age and ability to pass background check, physical, and drug screening.
• A valid driver's license, proof of current vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.

Benefits

• 9 Paid Holidays, Unlimited Paid Time Off, and Paid Sick Leave
• Team members who work at least 30 hours per week are eligible for
  • Health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental, vision)
  • Cafeteria plans (Health Savings Account (HSA) and Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts)
  • Ancillary insurance benefits (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, short-term disability insurance, voluntary life)
  • Cornerstones of Care provides long-term disability insurance and basic term life/AD&D insurance at no cost to the team member
• Retirement savings plan (401K) with employer match
• Pet Insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement program (as available)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Cornerstones of Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer