Paraprofessional

River Academy of Excellence is a private academic school, providing services to students in grades K-8. We are committed to providing innovative, individualized, and empowering education to meet the unique needs of each and every student. The Academy is hiring a full-time Registered Behavioral Technician and/or a Paraprofessional to join our dedicated team of individuals! Your role will be to provide quality therapeutic services in the small private school setting (6-12 students). The paraprofessional will be providing 1:1 educational support to students.

As a member of our River Academy of Excellence team, you will work with other therapeutic staff, teachers, family members, school district personnel, and report to our administration staff.

What You Will Do:

• provide daily behavioral therapy services to those students identified as requiring services

• complete daily documentation

• maintain communication with families and staff for the betterment of each student

• regular meetings with administration staff to discuss caseloads, answer questions, and promote overall employment success

• promote a safe and welcoming therapeutic environment for students and families

What You Will Bring:
Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of relevant experience and the following credentials/skills:

• experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder and challenging behaviors

• excellent communication skills

• professional and positive work ethic

• passion for the field of school-based related services

• New graduates are welcome to apply! We have a wonderful and strong, supportive team!

Why You'll Love Us:

At River Academy of Excellence, we are dedicated to children and passionate about providing the highest quality of care for each student. We prioritize building positive relationships with students and families as a basis for a healthy working partnership. Open communication between our teachers, therapists, and parents encourages the most efficiency and progress for each student. We provide therapy that goes above and beyond expectations by involving teachers and family in treatment plans and ensuring that goals are functional for the student across environments. River therapists are trained to evaluate the function behind each goal and how it affects the child in and out of the classroom. We want students to succeed in all aspects of life. 

We are a group of hardworking and dedicated professionals and we would love the opportunity for you to join our growing team!

We offer the following benefits:

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off

Pay rate is based on experience.

DEI Statement:
River Academy of Excellence is committed to providing an inclusive, positive working environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our staff, celebrating each accomplishment with you! We pride ourselves on hiring, mentoring/training, and retaining a company of employees from varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
 

EOE Statement:
River Academy of Excellence is a proud equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.