Paraprofessional​/Tutor - Bangor, Maine

Hey Tutor has partnered with a school district in Bangor, Maine to provide high-impact, in-person academic and special education support to students. We are looking for exceptional Para/Tutors who are passionate about helping students overcome academic challenges and reach their full potential.

In this role, you will provide 1:1 tutoring for approximately 2 hours per day using our provided curriculum. You will also spend approximately 4 hours per day supporting a K–5 special education classroom, working alongside school staff to provide meaningful academic and behavioral support to students.

You must be comfortable passing an IN-PERSON background check.

If you are passionate about a career in education, looking for consistent tutoring hours, or simply just want to provide some assistance to students in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

• Attendance-Based Pay Incentives.
• We now offer Voluntary Health Care options, including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance, at competitive group rates. These benefits are fully employee-paid and not company-sponsored.
• 401K

As a Tutor/Para educator, you will provide a combination of 1:1 academic tutoring and special education classroom support. You will work closely with teachers and school staff to support students' individual academic, behavioral, and developmental needs.

Approximately 2 hours per day will be dedicated to providing 1:1 tutoring to an 8th-grade student currently performing at a 2nd–3rd grade academic level using Hey Tutor's provided curriculum. The remaining time will be spent supporting a K–5 special education classroom, assisting students and teachers across a variety of classroom activities and settings.

• Provide 1:1 academic instruction using Hey Tutor's provided curriculum.
• Deliver instruction and practice activities aligned with the student's individual academic needs and skill level.
• Provide appropriate accommodations, modifications, and support to help the student access instructional content.
• Monitor student progress and communicate observations and relevant updates to the appropriate school staff.
• Encourage student engagement, confidence, independence, and academic growth.
• Adjust instructional approaches and provide additional support as needed based on student response and progress.

• Carry out instructional programs and activities designated by the teacher.
• Provide assistance with individualized instructional materials and classroom activities.
• Assist teachers with developing and maintaining classroom schedules and routines.
• Assist with collecting, observing, recording, and charting functional behavior data and taking anecdotal notes on targeted student behaviors.
• Assist in preparing and organizing instructional materials for special education teachers.
• Make informed decisions with the teacher regarding content-specific accommodations, modifications, and adaptations.
• Maintain high expectations for students while providing as little prompting as possible to encourage independence.
• Assist teachers with behavior management and support students in developing appropriate behaviors.
• Facilitate peer support, friendships, and positive relationships among students.
• Supervise students during non-instructional periods, as specified in IEP documents.
• Partner with teachers and other service providers, including Speech & Language Pathologists, School Psychologists, and Occupational Therapists.
• Provide bathroom assistance and diapering support, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the special education teacher or appropriate school staff.

Monday-Friday / 6 hours per day (during school hours).

• Possession of a valid Maine Department of Education Tech Certification at Level 3 is required.
• Prior experience working with students; candidates should be comfortable and confident working with children.
• Comfortable working in a classroom setting and supporting students with special needs.
• Clear FBI/DOJ background check (provided through Hey Tutor).
• Comfortable providing bathroom assistance and changing diapers, as needed.
• Must be able to provide a reference from a previous employer.
• Must be able to successfully complete de-escalation and safety training provided by the school district.

$25-$35/hour

Pay depends on a combination of education and experience.

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