Special Education Paraprofessional

pstrongJob Title:/strong Special Education Paraprofessionalbr /strongLocation:/strong Indiana, PA span15701br /strongEmployment Type: /strongFull-time (Mon to Fri)br /strongSalary: $16 to $18/hr/strongbr //spanspan br //spanJoin New Story Schools, a leading special education provider dedicated to making a lasting impact on students’ lives. We serve children and young adults ages 5-22 in grades K-12 across multiple locations in Pennsylvania and Ohio, partnering with families and school districts to create a safe and empowering space for growth and development. Our schools offer small class sizes, individualized learning plans, and a supportive environment where students are empowered to succeed academically and socially./p pspanAt the heart of our work are our core values —strong integrity, accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and support /strong— which guide how we show up for students, families, and each other every day./span/p pstrongWhy Join Us?/strong/p ul listrongCompensation /strong- $16.00 - $18.00 per hour based on education and experience./li listrongWeekday Schedule /strong– Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required./li listrongPaid School Breaks Time Off /strong– Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset./li listrongComprehensive Benefits /strong– Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA)./li listrongFinancial Perks /strong– Benefit from a 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life disability insurance./li listrongProfessional Development /strong– Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles./li listrongSupportive Team /strong– Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events./li listrongMake an Impact /strong– Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment./li /ul pstrongYour Role as a Special Education Paraprofessional/strong/p ul listrongProvide Classroom Support /strong– Assist students with academic tasks, social interactions, adaption daily living skills, and emotional regulation to create a structured, supportive learning environment./li listrongMonitor Track Student Progress/strong – Observe student behavior, document notes, and collaborate with the team to adjust support strategies to help students meet their goals./li listrongSupport Self-Help Skills/strong – Assist students with toileting, feeding, and personal hygiene to foster independence and confidence in daily activities./li listrongEnsure a Safe Learning Environment/strong – Intervene when necessary, using de-escalation techniques, and calming strategies./li listrongCollaborate with Teachers Families/strong – Work closely with educators, therapists, BCBAs, and parents to provide consistent, individualized support./li /ul pstrongWhat Helps You Thrive in This Role/strongspan /span/p ul liYou have a stronghigh school diploma or equivalent/strong/li liYou’re strongpassionate about helping people with behavioral or learning differences thrive/strong, showing your supportive and inclusive spirit./li liYou bring a strongcalm, caring, and patient attitude/strong, grounded in strongintegrity/strong/li liYou’re a strong team player strongwho listens well and communicates clearly, /strongthat's the collaborative mindset we value./li liYou’re comfortable with basic computer skills (e.g., email, Word, Excel, Google Docs), which helps you stay strongaccountable and connected/strong/li /ul pstrongReady to Make an Impact? Apply Today!/strong/p pAt New Story Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!/p