Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional (School-Based) - Mars

The Hope Learning Center - Bringing Hope, Building Futures

At The Hope Learning Center, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive. As the premier provider of educational and therapeutic services for individuals with special needs, our Mars campus offers something truly unique - a sprawling 30-acre wooded setting where students connect with their learning in a calm, nature-rich environment. Our team of compassionate, collaborative professionals brings patience, perseverance, and trust to every interaction, inspired daily by the peaceful surroundings our campus provides.

We are seeking a dedicated Paraprofessional to join our Mars school-based team. In this role, you'll work alongside teachers and therapists across our expansive campus to provide direct support to students with special needs, helping them succeed academically, socially, and emotionally - with the added benefit of a natural, serene environment that supports student well-being.

Why Paraprofessionals Choose Hope - Mars:

• Starting Pay: $18/hour
• Meaningful Work - Make a daily impact in the lives of students and families
• One-of-a-Kind Campus - Work on a beautiful 30-acre wooded property that provides a calming, enriching backdrop for student learning and growth
• Collaboration - Be part of an interdisciplinary team of teachers and therapists
• Growth Opportunities - Gain hands-on experience in special education and therapy settings
• Supportive Environment - Join a workplace that values teamwork, respect, and professional growth
• Comprehensive Benefits - Health, dental, vision, PTO, and a 401k plan

What You'll Do:

• Provide one-on-one and small group support with classwork, tests, and activities
• Reinforce learning concepts under teacher or therapist supervision
• Support students in following IEP and behavior plans, including ABA strategies
• Supervise students across our campus, including classrooms, outdoor spaces, nature trails, and on field trips
• Assist students with personal needs such as mobility, toileting, and self-care
• Foster a safe and respectful learning environment while maintaining professional relationships with staff and students
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and outdoor learning spaces
• Perform other duties as assigned by the director to support student success

What We're Looking For:

• Education: Associate's Degree (required)
• Experience: Prior work with children or individuals with special needs (preferred but not required)
• Skills: Patience, compassion, adaptability, and strong communication skills - a love of the outdoors is a plus!

Required Clearances & Training:

• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance
• Act 34 State Criminal History Clearance
• Act 114 FBI Clearance (DOE)
• Act 168 Clearance
• Mandated Reporter Training
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Recent Physical/TB Test

Join Our Mars Campus Team: At Hope's Mars campus, you won't just be a paraprofessional - you'll be a vital part of a mission-driven community set against a stunning natural backdrop, where every day brings new opportunities to empower students and strengthen families.

Ready to make a difference in Mars? Apply today and grow with us.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy

The Hope Center is committed to maintaining fair and equitable employment practices in compliance with all applicable federal and state requirements. All employment policies, procedures, and practices shall be designed to ensure equal opportunity, prohibit discrimination and retaliation, and promote an inclusive workplace.

Policy Statement

The Hope Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. Employment decisions will be based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, consistent with all applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Protected Characteristics

No person shall be discriminated against, harassed, or retaliated against on the basis of:

• Race (including hair type, hair texture, or hair style)
• Color
• Religious creed (including observance, practice and belief)
• Disability (physical, intellectual, developmental, or mental health)
• Ancestry or national origin
• Age (40 and over)
• Sex, including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation
• Genetic information
• Veteran or military status
• Familial or martial status
• Or any other characteristic protected under applicable law

Scope of Policy

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to:

• Recruitment, hiring, and job advertisements
• Assignments, classifications, and promotions
• Compensation, benefits, and training
• Transfers, discipline, and termination
• Discipline and termination
• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would cause undue hardship
• Protection for retaliation for good-faith reports or participation in investigations

Enforcement & Reporting

Managers, supervisors, and employees share responsibility for upholding this policy. Any person who believes that have been subject to discrimination, harassment, or retaliation should report the matter through established grievance or HR reporting process. The Hope Center shall investigate promptly and take appropriate corrective action. No individual will be retaliated against for making a good-faith complaint or participating in an investigation.