Paraprofessional

Job Overview – Paraprofessional

Compensation: $23.70/hour (flexible based on experience)

Location: New York, NY

Schedule: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Per Diem

TAG MedStaffing is hiring a Paraprofessional in New York, NY for our client. This role supports K–12 students with academic, behavioral, developmental, and special education needs through one-on-one and small group instruction. The Paraprofessional will partner with teachers and school staff to reinforce learning, promote student engagement, and help maintain a positive, structured classroom environment.

Responsibilities as the Paraprofessional:

• Student Support: Provide individualized and small group support to students with academic, behavioral, developmental, and special education needs.
• Instructional Assistance: Reinforce lesson plans, classroom activities, and educational goals under the direction of the teacher.
• Classroom Management: Help maintain a structured, safe, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student success.
• Behavioral Intervention: Implement behavioral support strategies and assist with student engagement, focus, and social development.
• Collaboration & Documentation: Communicate with teachers and school staff regarding student progress and maintain required documentation as needed.

Qualifications for the Paraprofessional:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification: Teacher Assistant (TA), Home Health Aide (HHA), or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is required.
• Experience: Prior experience as a Paraprofessional, Teacher Assistant, Teacher Aide, HHA, CNA, or in a similar support role is required.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience supporting children or individuals with special needs is required.
• Technical Skills: Ability to provide classroom, behavioral, or one-on-one support while following instructional plans is required.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with students, teachers, school staff, and families are required.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, TAG MedStaffing will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.