Special Education Paraprofessional (Elementary/Junior High)

Requirements / Qualifications What We're Looking For • High school diploma or equivalent. • Patience, professionalism, reliability, and a collaborative mindset. • Strong communication skills and the ability to follow established instructional and safety procedures. • A commitment to supporting students with dignity, consistency, and respect. • Experience working with students or individuals with disabilities is preferred, but not required. • Specialized skills, including ASL or bilingual communication, are welcomed. Comments and Other Information Why Linden Oaks? • Meaningful, mission-driven work that directly supports student growth and independence. • A consistent, school-based Monday-Friday schedule. • Collaboration with credentialed educators and professionals from multiple disciplines. • Hands-on experience for those pursuing careers in special education, psychology, behavior services, communication sciences, or therapy. • Opportunities for training, professional growth, and internal advancement. • A team environment centered on student safety, dignity, inclusion, and potential. What to Expect This position is active and hands-on. Paraprofessionals work throughout classroom, campus, outdoor, and community environments with varying noise levels and terrain. The role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and movement; assistance with student mobility and transfers; and the ability to lift or support up to 50 pounds independently or with assistance. The position may also involve exposure to bodily fluids, bloodborne pathogens, or infectious diseases. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Ready to help students thrive? Apply today to join the Linden Oaks team. Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Linden Oaks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law.