Special Education Paraprofessional - Signing Bonus & Training Provided

Job Description

Job Description

Special Education Paraprofessional / ABA Paraprofessional
Location: Sagamore Hills, OH & Norton, OH
Pay: $18.00 – $24.00 per hour
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

About Us
At Peak Potential Therapy LLC, we are dedicated to helping children and young adults with special needs thrive through evidence-based, individualized care. Our team works in a fun, flexible, and supportive environment where empathy, integrity, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Why Join Us?
As a Special Education Paraprofessional / ABA Paraprofessional, you'll make a direct impact on children and families in your community while developing valuable professional skills in ABA, special education, communication, social skills, daily living skills, and behavioral support. We offer:

• Competitive pay: $18.00 – $24.00 per hour, based on experience

• Health benefits: Medical insurance

• Retirement: 401(k) plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Flexible scheduling with day and evening shifts available

• Full-time and part-time opportunities

• Professional development and training support from BCBAs, SLPs, and OTs

• RBT certification assistance available

What You'll Do
• Provide one-on-one or small-ratio support to children and young adults with disabilities, autism, developmental delays, or behavioral needs

• Implement individualized academic, behavioral, communication, social, and daily living programs under the direction of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

• Use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies to support academic, behavioral, emotional, communication, social, and daily living skill development

• Collect data on treatment goals, ABA program targets, and IEP-related objectives

• Support clients in developing communication, social interaction, problem-solving, self-care, and adaptive skills

• Implement behavior support strategies and replacement-skill programs under clinical supervision

• Support feeding-related, toileting, transition, and daily living programs when included in the client's treatment plan and under appropriate supervision

• Communicate with parents, teachers, and team members regarding session activities, progress, and client needs under the direction of the supervising clinical team

• Prepare materials, reinforcers, activity schedules, and session documentation

• Collaborate with BCBAs, Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, school teams, and other providers

• Participate in required supervision, training, and team meetings

• Help maintain a positive, safe, organized, and supportive therapy environment

What We're Looking For
We welcome individuals who are caring, dependable, patient, flexible, and willing to learn. Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong communication skills with clients, families, and colleagues

• Empathy and compassion for children and young adults with diverse needs

• Ability to stay calm, professional, and resourceful in challenging situations

• Willingness to receive feedback and follow treatment plans with consistency

• Strong observation, documentation, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a clinical team

• Dependability, professionalism, and a positive attitude

Requirements
• No prior RBT certification is required at hire. Peak Potential Therapy provides support with RBT training.

• Must be able to obtain RBT certification and CPR certification within 30 days of hire

• Employment is contingent upon completion of required pre-employment screenings, including BCI/FBI background checks, as required for work with children and in accordance with applicable law

• Must be willing and able, with training and supervision, to support clients who may engage in challenging behaviors, including aggression, tantrums, self-injury, toileting needs, and other behavior-support needs

• Must be able to assist with client safety, transitions, and mobility needs, which may include lifting or physically assisting children in accordance with safety protocols and applicable accommodations

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working with children, individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, education, childcare, therapy, or behavioral health

• RBT certification preferred, but not required

• Two years of college coursework preferred, but not required

Work Schedule & Locations
• Multiple shifts available between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday

• Full-time and part-time schedules available

• Most services are provided at our clinic locations in Sagamore Hills/Northfield and Norton, Ohio

• Some services may be provided in clients' homes, schools, or community settings throughout the greater Cleveland-Akron area

Specialty Area
• Pediatrics and Young Adults

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are passionate about working with children, making an impact, and growing in your career, we'd love to meet you. Apply today to join our dedicated team at Peak Potential Therapy and help children reach their highest potential.

Peak Potential Therapy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing all employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.