Green Tree School & Services in Philadelphia provides full-time, out-of-district programs for students with autism and emotional support needs. With integrated clinical, behavioral, and academic services, Green Tree School & Services empowers students to achieve independence while upholding values of safety, inclusion, and excellence. Explore how you can help transform lives and impact communities.
If you are looking for an easy school job, this is not it. If you are looking for meaningful classroom work where patience, structure, and academic support can change a student’s day, this role may be the right fit.
As a Special Education Paraprofessional, you will support students with emotional, behavioral, and learning needs in a structured classroom environment. You will help students build academic skills, practice positive behaviors, work toward IEP goals, and stay engaged in learning, even when the day becomes challenging.
The right person for this role understands that progress may be slow, behavior may be challenging, and consistency matters every single day. You will not simply supervise students. You will support instruction, reinforce IEP goals, help manage behavior, and partner with teachers, therapists, and behavior staff to create a safe classroom where students can learn.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
At least 12 months of continuous classroom experience in early intervention, special education, or a related instructional setting
Experience supporting students with special needs, emotional needs, or behavioral challenges
Classroom-based experience as a paraprofessional, instructional assistant, teacher’s assistant, or similar educational support role
Commitment to education, literacy, math skill development, writing skill development, and academic intervention
Ability to remain calm, professional, and composed in high-stress situations, including crisis moments and explosive behaviors
Preferred Qualifications
What You’ll Do
Keep students engaged in learning by supporting lessons, small-group instruction, and daily classroom routines
Reinforce academic skills through guided practice, repetition, encouragement, and individualized support
Help students work toward IEP goals under teacher supervision
Collect instructional and behavioral data to track student progress
Use approved behavior support strategies to help students regulate emotions and return to learning
Support students during transitions, lunch, recess, and school activities with calm, consistent supervision
Help maintain a classroom that is safe, structured, inclusive, and focused on growth
Communicate with teachers, therapists, and behavior staff to ensure students receive consistent support throughout the day
Model patience, professionalism, and emotional steadiness, especially when students are struggling
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Paid time off, paid holidays, and extra paid school breaks for select roles
Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account contributions at no cost to you
Green Tree School & Services is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.
