Mount Vernon, NY
4 weeks ago

Job Overview

Job Type
FullTime
Pay
$35K – $39K

Job description

Salary:
USD 35,000 - 39,000 per year
Location:
Mount Vernon, NY, United States
Work arrangement:
On-site

Role Summary

At Rebecca School, we support students ages 3–21 with neurodevelopmental delays through the DIRFloortime® model. Guided by values of respect, relationships, and emotional growth, we help students connect and thrive. Join us and make a lasting difference in their lives.

As a Special Education Paraprofessional at Rebecca School, you will provide individualized support to students with developmental and social-emotional needs. You’ll play a vital role in helping students reach their goals by assisting with instruction, communication, and daily routines.

Responsibilities

  • Work one-on-one or in small groups to reinforce lessons and skill development
  • Support students in self-regulation, communication, and classroom participation
  • Assist with data collection and documentation of student progress
  • Provide support during transitions, meals, and daily activities
  • Collaborate with teachers and therapists to ensure consistent student support

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework in education or human services preferred
  • Experience supporting children with autism or developmental disabilities
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to remain calm and supportive during challenging behaviors
  • Commitment to relationship-based, developmental learning

Benefits

  • Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
  • Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
  • Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
  • 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

Rebecca School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.

Salary: $35K – $39K

Role:
Special Education Paraprofessional
Job Type:
FullTime

Company profile

rebecca-school

rebeccaschool.org

Rebecca School is an independent private special education day school in New York City for students with neurodevelopmental delays in relating and communicating, including autism spectrum disorder. It uses the DIRFloortime approach (Developmental, Individual-difference, Relationship-based) developed by child psychiatrist Stanley Greenspan, treating respectful relationships as the foundation for learning. The school operates two campuses, Rebecca School NYC and Rebecca School Mount Vernon, and works with families to help students become autonomous members of their community.

Founded
2006

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