Para Educator

Paraprofessional (Full-Time, In-Person – Early Childhood) – 2025–2026 School Year

Ampersand Therapy is hiring Behavior Support Specialists to join our school-based team for the 2025–2026 school year. This is a full-time, in-person role with opportunities to work 1:1 or as a classroom aide in elementary and junior high school settings.

As a therapist-founded company, Ampersand Therapy centers the experiences of school-based professionals. We offer strong mentorship, responsive support, and a workplace culture built on care, inclusion, and professional respect.

Schedule: Full-Time (in-person only)

Location: Early Childhood

Start Date: ASAP

Student Needs: Autism support, behavioral challenges, social-communication needs

Settings: 1:1 support and classroom-based roles available!

• Provide 1:1 and small group behavioral support to students with autism and/or other behavioral challenges
• Implement behavior strategies and accommodations designed by educators and behavior specialists
• Foster an inclusive, positive classroom environment
• Support students' social-emotional and academic development
• Communicate professionally with teachers, school teams, and families
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation

• In-person applicants only
• Associate Degree (AA) required
• Previous school experience strongly preferred
• Experience supporting students with behavioral or social-communication disabilities required
• Must pass a criminal background check

• Occasionally: Sit/stand, reach above shoulder level, stoop/bend, climb stairs, repetitive arm/hand motions
• Occasionally/Frequently: Lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs., push/pull, twist, squat/crouch
• Frequently/Continuously: Lift and/or carry up to 10 lbs.
• Continuously: Handle/grasp

We’re a women- and therapist-founded company designed to support school-based professionals. Our team is small, responsive, and deeply committed to your success.

• Paid sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Professional development and licensing reimbursements
• Paid volunteer time
• Mileage reimbursement
• W-2 employment
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clauses

Ampersand Therapy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates of every race, gender identity, sexual orientation, background, and ability status.

If you're a compassionate professional with behavioral experience and a heart for working with students—we’d love to connect. Apply today to join the Ampersand Therapy team for the 2025–2026 school year!