Special Education Paraprofessionals

About the Role

University Prep is seeking K-5 Special Education Paraprofessionals for the 2026-2027 school year. We are looking for individuals who are mission-driven, love working with people, and are committed to educational equity for all children.

What You'll Do

• Embody mission and vision of University Prep along with the organization's core values.
• Teach, support and enhance school-wide systems and expectations at all times with all children.
• Provide classroom supports to students. This includes (but is not limited to): preparation and distribution of classroom materials, support during arrival, dismissal and snack/bathroom.
• Provide 1:1 support to scholars as needed.
• Support during school wide events and/or field trips.
• Completed administrative tasks as needed to support a grade level team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Option to work full time or part time depending upon availability and desire.
• Hourly rate $23 - $28/hr. Depending on experience.
• For those working full time U Prep pays 100% of the employee's personal medical benefit and provides options to elect dental, vision, critical illness and accident benefits.
• Are you interested in working towards a BA degree in pursuit of a career in teaching? U Prep offers the opportunity to enroll in Reach University, while contributing $2,000 per year to tuition expenses in support of this goal.
• U Prep contributes up to $600 to a personal wellness account for each employee.

Requirements

• Full commitment to, belief in, and alignment with mission and vision of University Prep.
• Full commitment to organization's core values and core identity.
• Unyielding optimism that children can perform at or above grade level regardless of where they may be starting their educational journey.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year working in urban education and/or with a diverse student population.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Strong organizational skills as evidenced by exceptional time and task management.
• A "whatever it takes" disposition.
• Ability to work in person/in the school building. This is not a remote/telecommuting role.
• Openness to feedback and a strong desire for continual growth and development as a professional.
• Willingness to take responsibility for scholar outcomes and achievement without excuse.
• Demonstrated track record of operating with a growth mindset and deep humility in all previous roles.
• Bilingual strongly preferred (English/Spanish).