Paraprofessional Job Listing at IS Great Lakes/ROC in Orrville, OH (Job ID 304175)

Description

The Stepping Stones Group
Make a Difference Every Day 

Empowering Students, Enriching Futures!

School-Based Paraprofessional | Full-Time | 1:1 Personal Care and Mobility Support | Special Education About the Opportunity

Are you passionate about supporting students and helping them take part fully in the school day? The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a dedicated Paraprofessional to join our team during the 2026-2027 school year. This is more than a job. It's a chance to provide the individualized support a student needs to stay safe, comfortable, and included, so she can take part in learning and school activities with her peers.

You'll work closely with teachers and special education staff to provide 1:1 support, including personal care, mobility assistance, and physical transfers, along with academic and emotional support.

• Pay: $16-$22 per hour 
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, full-time, 32.5 hours per week (6.5 hours per day plus a 30-minute unpaid break), within a school-day window, no evenings or overnights
• Setting: Onsite, K-12, 1:1 and classroom support in special education and general education settings
• Sites: 1 school site
• Start date: Immediate, through the end of the 2026-27 school year (early June)
• Employment type: W-2
• Location: Shared with candidates during the application process

What You'll Do

• Provide 1:1 support throughout the school day, and support the classroom as needed
• Assist with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs), including toileting, diapering, feeding, and mobility assistance
• Perform safe physical transfers, positioning, and wheelchair support, following care plans and training
• Provide emotional support and general academic support, including help with assignments
• Provide behavioral support and intervention, and use positive reinforcement and proactive strategies
• Collect and document data as directed by the teacher and school team
• Support implementation of IEP accommodations and care plans as directed
• Assist students during transitions, arrival, dismissal, lunch, and recess as assigned
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, therapists, and the school nurse
• Maintain accurate documentation and student records, and protect student confidentiality and dignity
• Help maintain a safe, structured, positive, and inclusive learning environment

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• School-based experience
• Comfort with physical transfers and personal care procedures, including toileting and diapering
• Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition a student safely 
• Ability to complete SSG clearance
• Ability to follow health, safety, and student support procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and positive working relationships
• Reliable transportation 
• Authorization to work in the United States; English proficiency

You'll Thrive in This Role If You Are Open To:

• Providing personal care and mobility support with patience, respect, and professionalism
• Working with students with physical disabilities, medical needs, and complex needs
• Working with medically fragile students
• Working in both special education and general education settings
• Working fully onsite and in person

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with personal care, lifting, transfers, and wheelchair use
• Experience as a paraprofessional, instructional aide, personal care assistant, CNA, home health aide, or direct support professional (DSP)
• Experience supporting students with physical disabilities or complex medical needs
• CPR and First Aid certification
• CPI, Safety-Care, or other crisis prevention and de-escalation training
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, or willingness to obtain it
• Associate's degree or coursework in education, healthcare, psychology, child development, or a related field

Related Experience We Value

Experience as a Paraprofessional, Personal Care Assistant (PCA), Instructional Aide, Teacher Assistant, Educational Assistant, Classroom Aide, Special Education Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aide, Behavior Technician, Direct Support Professional (DSP), or Student Support Assistant is highly valued.

Why Candidates Choose This Role

• Make a direct, daily difference in a student's comfort, safety, and participation
• Gain hands-on experience in special education and personal care
• Build experience for careers in nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, teaching, special education, and healthcare
• Follow a predictable school schedule, with weekends, evenings, holidays, and school breaks typically off
• Work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, and school professionals

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay of $16-$22 per hour
• Health and wellness benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
• 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Continuing education resources
• Employee referral bonus program
• Responsive and supportive leadership
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Meaningful work that directly impacts students and communities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain active throughout the school day, including frequent standing, walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, and repositioning
• Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition a student safely, [up to XX pounds, confirm]
• Ability to push a wheelchair and assist with mobility equipment
• Ability to assist with feeding, toileting, and diapering
• Ability to respond quickly to health and safety situations
• Additional requirements may vary by assignment

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

Successful Paraprofessionals are patient, dependable, compassionate, and physically prepared for the work. They treat every student with dignity, follow care plans closely, communicate clearly with the school team, and help students feel safe, comfortable, and included.

About The Stepping Stones Group

We believe every child deserves exceptional support for their academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. We partner with schools across the country to provide high-quality educational services that help students build confidence, develop new skills, and reach meaningful milestones, and we give our team members the support, training, and resources to thrive.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today. Please share your school-based experience and your experience with personal care and physical transfers when you apply. Selected candidates will meet the school team in a meet and greet.

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