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ECHO

Employment Support Specialist / DSP

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Supportive team environment Pay & Benefits * $20-$22/hour starting pay * Company-paid medical ... Teachers, paraprofessionals, or school staff * Human services or psychology graduates * People ...

ECHO

Day Program Support Specialist / DSP

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Build relationships and make an impact daily Pay & Benefits * $20-$22/hour starting pay * Company ... Paraprofessionals or school staff * Career changers leaving retail/healthcare * Recent grads in ...

ECHO

Employment Support Specialist / DSP

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

... hour starting pay * Company-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance * Paid ... Teachers, paraprofessionals, or school staff * Human services or psychology graduates * People ...

Acorn Health

Behavior Technician

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$21/hr

Competitive hourly rates, starting BTs at $21 / hr. * Paid time off * Paid holidays * Medical ... caregiver, paraprofessional, daycare, etc!) * Obtained or pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in ...

Acorn Health

Behavior Technician

Midlothian, VA · On-site

$19/hr

Competitive hourly rates, starting BTs at $19 / hr. * Pay increase once certification is obtained ... caregiver, paraprofessional, daycare, etc!) * Obtained or pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in ...

Acorn Health

Behavior Technician

Stafford, VA

$20.50/hr

Competitive hourly rates starting at $20.50 / hr. * Paid time off * Paid holidays * Medical, dental ... caregiver, paraprofessional, daycare, etc!) * Obtained or pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in ...

ECHO

Day Program Support Specialist / DSP

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

... hour starting pay * Company-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance * Paid ... Paraprofessionals or school staff * Career changers leaving retail/healthcare * Recent grads in ...

Acorn Health

Behavior Technician

Virginia Beach, VA

$19/hr

Starting Behavior Technicians at $19 / hour * Paid time off * Paid holidays * Medical, dental and ... caregiver, paraprofessional, daycare, etc!) * Obtained or pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in ...

Acorn Health

Behavior Technician

Richmond, VA · On-site

$19/hr

Competitive hourly rates, starting BTs at $19 / hr. * Paid time off * Paid holidays * Medical ... caregiver, paraprofessional, daycare, etc!) * Obtained or pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in ...

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What does a typical day look like for a starting paraprofessional in a school setting?

A starting paraprofessional’s day often includes assisting classroom teachers with instruction, working one-on-one or in small groups with students who need additional support, and helping manage classroom behavior. You may also help with administrative tasks, supervise students during transitions, and assist with activities such as lunch or recess. Collaboration with teachers and other support staff is key, and flexibility is important since your responsibilities can change based on student needs. Over time, you’ll develop strong relationships with students and gain valuable classroom experience, which can open doors to further roles in education.

What is a starting paraprofessional?

A starting paraprofessional is an entry-level educational support staff member who assists teachers in the classroom. Their duties often include helping students with assignments, managing classroom behavior, providing additional support to students with special needs, and assisting with instructional activities. Starting paraprofessionals typically work under the supervision of a certified teacher and help create a positive learning environment. They may also help with administrative tasks, supervision during recess or lunch, and preparing classroom materials. This role is a great way to gain experience in education and support student learning.

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Paraprofessional - Fairfax

Achieve Beyond Pediatric Therapy & Autism Services

Fairfax, VA • On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Part-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Come join a team of passionate therapists providing excellent pediatric therapy to children throughout the United States! Achieve Beyond was founded in 1995 and is continuously growing to meet the needs of developmentally disabled children through our ABA, speech, occupational, and physical therapy. We currently offer our services in the entire metro New York area (including the five boroughs of NYC, Hudson Valley, and Long Island) and Albany, New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware,and the Virginia/ Maryland/DC area. We specialize in conducting initial evaluations and providing ongoing services in home, community, and clinic settings. Achieve Beyond is centered around a culture of collaboration and support to ensure our services are of the highest quality and adhere to our strong ethical standards.

All of our therapists will have access to the following benefits:

  • Training and use ofour paperless billing and data collection system
  • Full practice management we take care of intake, staffing, billing, tracking authorizations, insurance correspondence, and maintenance of your certifications;so you are able to focus on providing our children with the best services!
  • Access to continuing education workshops and trainings (we are an ASHA and BACB ACE provider)
  • Team-building meetings, events, and trainings
  • We provide support for career development such as assisting in the process of becoming an RBT
  • We also reward our employees for providing referrals

Now Hiring: Part-time, Hourly Paraprofessionals

Starting Hourly Rate: $20-$24

LOCATION: Cases Available Throughout Fairfax County

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide direct ABA instruction according to the educational plan outlined by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst
  • Participate in collaborative team meetings with BCBA and other Behavior Therapists on the case
  • Communicate frequently with family members by providing debriefs at the end of each session, as well as resources and strategies that can be implemented in the home and community to promote consistency
  • Collect daily data and organize the child's program book weekly
  • Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children and families in accordance with State and Federal regulations

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a passion for working with children, families, and therapists!

  • At least 2 years working with special needs children ages 2-21 in a supervised setting

OR

successful completion of or current enrollment in an undergraduate/graduate program in psychology, healthcare, human services, education, or a related field

  • Experience using ABA preferred
  • Successful completion of 30-hour classroom/online/clinical observationtraining provided by Achieve Beyond and a passing grade on competency exam upon completion of training

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be self-motivated, a team player, and exercise patience/professionalism
  • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills with children, family members, and supervisor
  • Passionate about helping children and families, and providing services of the highest standards!
  • Must be comfortable working in a home-based and/or clinicalsetting

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to travel to and from assigned cases including but not limited to driving a personal vehicle, walking, and/or use of public transportation such as a bus or train.
  • The ability to climb and descend staircases
  • The ability to lift 10 pounds regularly
  • The ability to sit on the floor, kneel, and/or crawl for extended periods

Compensation is determined based on experience and education and will be discussed during the interview process.


This job description is subject to change at any time. Achieve Beyond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, caregiver status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability requesting accommodation for the application process, please contact us for assistance.