What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Paraprofessional/Aides - Now Hiring for '26-'27 School Year position at Health Source Group?
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Job description:
Paraprofessional/Aides - Now Hiring for the 2026–2027 School Year
Smithtown - Suffolk County, NY
Health Source Group is actively building our roster of Paraprofessional/Aides for the current school year. School districts begin filling many positions before students return to the classroom, so completing the hiring process early helps ensure you're ready as opportunities become available.
If you're looking for meaningful work, a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, and the opportunity to make a difference in students' lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Health Source Group has been a trusted healthcare and educational staffing partner since 2005. From our roots on Long Island, we've grown to provide exceptional staffing solutions to schools, hospitals, and long-term care facilities throughout New York and New Jersey.
Responsibilities
- Assist students with classroom routines, class work, engagement activities
- Assist teachers with classroom instruction and daily educational activities
- Provide one-on-one or small group support for students with diverse learning needs
- Prepare and organize classroom materials
- Supervise students during lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and classroom transitions
- Support behavior management strategies and reinforce positive behavior
- Foster a respectful, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
- Collaborate with teachers and school staff to promote student success
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience working with children in a school, daycare, camp, ABA, childcare, or related setting is preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Fingerprinting: mandatory by the New York State Department of Education
- Patient, dependable, adaptable, and proactive
- Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, staff, students, and families
- Up-to-date medical documentation (i.e. physical, titers, quantiFERON)
What We Offer
- Competitive pay with weekly payroll
- Full-time opportunities
- Monday–Friday school schedule
- Flexible placement options
- Medical, dental, vision for eligible employees
- 401(k)
- Paid sick time
- Supportive recruiting and onboarding team
Apply Today
Join Health Source Group's 2026–2027 school roster and position yourself for opportunities as school districts begin finalizing staffing for the upcoming academic year.
If you're passionate about helping students succeed and want to build a rewarding career in education, apply today!
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to be fingerprinted for the New York Department of Education ? (Cost is $104.50)
Work Location: In person
Our network includes Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Certified TAs, Paraprofessionals, as well as Social Workers, Psychologists, and Resource Room Teachers. Together, we deliver exceptional care to our partners and their communities.
Salary : $19 - $22