About The Bloom School:
The Bloom School is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit early childhood program serving children ages 3–6, including typically developing children and children with disabilities. Our program utilizes an indoor/outdoor, play-based curriculum and provides integrated therapeutic services within the school setting. Classrooms maintain a 5:1 student-to-staff ratio, with a maximum of 10 students per class led by a dually certified Early Childhood and Special Education teacher and supported by a paraprofessional.
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Position Summary:
The Paraprofessional supports the Lead Teacher in implementing instructional programming, facilitating therapeutic carryover, and maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment. This role requires professionalism, flexibility, and a strong commitment to inclusive early childhood education.
Essential Responsibilities:
Instructional Support:
- Assist in implementing daily lesson plans aligned with early childhood and special education best practices.
- Support small-group and individualized instruction under teacher direction.
- Facilitate language, social-emotional, motor, and adaptive skill development.
- Assist with data collection and progress monitoring.
Student Support:
- Provide behavioral and emotional regulation support.
- Implement accommodations and modifications as directed.
- Support toileting, feeding, and self-help skill development as needed.
- Ensure student safety during indoor and outdoor learning activities.
Therapy Collaboration
- Support carryover of speech, occupational, physical, and behavioral therapy goals within the classroom.
- Collaborate with therapists and teaching staff to maintain consistency of interventions.
Classroom Environment
- Prepare instructional materials and learning centers.
- Maintain organization, cleanliness, and safety of classroom spaces.
- Supervise students during transitions, outdoor play, and meal times.
Qualifications:
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working with young children (ages 3–6).
- Ability to follow instructional guidance and maintain professional boundaries.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred:
- Experience in early childhood education, special education, ABA, or therapy settings.
- Associate’s degree or coursework in education, child development, or related field.
- CPR/First Aid certification.
Core Competencies:
- Patience and emotional regulation.
- Reliability and punctuality.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic classroom setting.
- Commitment to inclusion and child-centered learning.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Frequent sitting on floor, kneeling, bending, and active engagement with children.
- Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
- School-year schedule with holidays aligned to academic calendar.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Meaningful, mission-driven work within a collaborative team.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest to anne@thebloomschool.org