Job Description

The Stepping Stones Group
Make a Difference Every Day 

Empowering Students, Enriching Futures!

School-Based Paraprofessional | Part-Time | Preschool-12 Special Education | Multiple Openings

About the Opportunity

Are you passionate about supporting students and helping them reach their full potential? The Stepping Stones Group is seeking dedicated Paraprofessionals to join our team for the rest of the 2026-2027 school year. This is more than a job. It's a chance to make a meaningful impact while working alongside educators and support teams, helping students build the academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and life skills they need to succeed. We have multiple part-time openings, with full-time hours possible.


You'll work with teachers and special education staff to provide one-on-one, two-on-one, or classroom support to students with moderate to severe needs.

  • Pay: $25-$27 per hour
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday, about 17-30 hours per week (3-6 hours per day plus a 30-minute unpaid break), within a 7:30 AM-4:00 PM window, no evenings or overnights
  • Setting: Onsite, preschool through high school, one-on-one, two-on-one, and classroom support in general education and special education settings
  • Start date: Early December 2026, through the end of the 2026-27 school year (late May)
  • Employment type: W-2
  • Location: Shared with candidates during the application process

What You'll Do

  • Provide one-on-one, two-on-one, and classroom support throughout the school day
  • Provide behavioral support and intervention for students with moderate to severe needs, using positive reinforcement and safety procedures
  • Assist with personal care and daily needs, which may include mobility, feeding, toileting, and diapering
  • Provide emotional support and general academic support, including help with assignments
  • Collect and document data as directed by the teacher and school team
  • Assist the teacher(s) and classroom aides as needed
  • Support implementation of IEP accommodations and behavior plans as directed
  • Assist students during transitions, arrival, dismissal, lunch, and recess as assigned
  • Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, therapists, and administrators
  • Maintain accurate documentation and student records, and maintain confidentiality
  • Help maintain a safe, structured, positive, and inclusive learning environment

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least 1.5 years of special education experience in a moderate to severe classroom setting
  • Comfort with toileting and diapering assistance, if needed
  • Flexibility with hours, caseload, and school site
  • Ability to follow instructional plans, classroom procedures, and behavioral support strategies
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and positive working relationships
  • Authorization to work in the United States; English proficiency

You'll Thrive in This Role If You Are Open To:

  • Working with students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), emotional disturbance (ED), other health impairments (OHI), and significant behavioral needs
  • Working with medically fragile students
  • Providing toileting and diapering assistance if needed
  • Working with students of all ages, preschool through high school, and all caseloads and behaviors
  • Working in both general education and special education settings
  • Adjusting your caseload or school site based on district needs
  • Working part-time or full-time hours, depending on the assignment
  • Working fully onsite and in person

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting students with disabilities and behavioral needs
  • Experience with behavior support strategies or applied behavior analysis (ABA)
  • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, or willingness to obtain it
  • CPR and First Aid certification
  • CPI, Safety-Care, or other crisis prevention and de-escalation training
  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in education, psychology, child development, or a related field

Related Experience We Value

Experience as a Paraprofessional, Instructional Aide, Teacher Assistant, Educational Assistant, Classroom Aide, Special Education Assistant, Behavior Technician, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Student Support Assistant, or Direct Support Professional (DSP) is highly valued.

Why Candidates Choose This Role

  • Gain hands-on experience in education and student support
  • Enjoy a flexible part-time schedule, with the option of more hours
  • Build experience for careers in teaching, special education, psychology, counseling, social work, and healthcare
  • Follow a predictable school schedule, with weekends, evenings, holidays, and school breaks typically off
  • Work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, and educational professionals
  • Develop professional skills in instructional support, behavior management, and student engagement

Why You'll Love Working With Us

  • Competitive pay of $25-$27 per hour
  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Continuing education resources
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Responsive and supportive leadership
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement
  • Meaningful work that directly impacts students and communities

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to remain active throughout the school day, including frequent standing, walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, and repositioning
  • Ability to respond quickly and safely to student needs, behaviors, and classroom situations
  • Ability to assist students with mobility, toileting, and daily living activities, if needed
  • Additional requirements may vary by assignment

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

Successful Paraprofessionals are patient, dependable, adaptable, and student-focused. They stay calm in challenging moments, collaborate effectively with school teams, build positive relationships with students, and create supportive learning environments that promote confidence, independence, and success.

About The Stepping Stones Group

We believe every child deserves exceptional support for their academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. We partner with schools across the country to provide high-quality educational services that help students build confidence, develop new skills, and reach meaningful milestones, and we give our team members the support, training, and resources to thrive.


Ready to make an impact? Apply today. Please share your special education experience in moderate to severe classrooms, and tell us whether you're open to part-time or full-time hours. No district interview is required.



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