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Special education school with integrated therapies

Paraprofessional

Special Education & Learning SupportPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeManhattan, New York, NY, USA$18 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
  • Must be well organized, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and be able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Must be able to work with a high degree of independence and focus.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

  • Support the assigned student in achieving goals set by the student’s teacher and related services team.
  • Implement the student’s individualized education program (IEP) at the discretion and direction of supervisors, teachers or instructors, and administrators, and support the behavior plan as directed by the behavior department.
  • Provide support for the student inside and outside the classroom so they can fully participate in school activities.
  • Support the student during daily therapy and related service sessions.
  • Support the student throughout academic instruction and assignments under the supervision of the student’s teacher.
  • Assist therapists with related service sessions and transfer or position the student throughout the day.
  • Assist the student with self-care, including using the restroom, basic hygiene, and feeding.
  • Follow policies and procedures relating to the care and safety of the assigned student and the student’s management needs.
  • Keep the student and their supplies neat and clean throughout the day.
  • Ensure that the student is fed appropriately and maintain the student’s safety at all times.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • An associate’s degree or coursework in education is preferred.
  • One to three years of relevant healthcare, childcare, or other school-based experience is preferred.
  • First Aid, CPR, and AED training are preferred.

About the Company

Yai

Special education school with integrated therapies

Manhattan Star Academy is a private, non-profit day school serving ages 3–21 with developmental needs, offering preschool through upper school under the YAI Network. It combines academics with comprehensive therapies (occupational, physical, speech-language, counseling) delivered during the school day, using a developmentally based, Montessori-inspired approach in small classes. The campus uses sensory-friendly facilities and technology such as smart boards and iPads to support learning and track progress, and it runs a transition program with vocational training and internships. Its differentiators are the integrated therapy model, a specialized environment for neuro-developmental disabilities, and a clear path from early education to post-secondary readiness with individualized support.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Seed
Total funding
$330K
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2023

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