Job Description

Paraprofessional - Onsite at E-Therapy summary:

The Paraprofessional - Onsite supports TK-5th grade students, particularly those with special needs, by assisting with daily activities and ensuring safety during transport. They work in collaboration with staff and maintain discipline, communication, and emergency knowledge in a school setting. This full-time role offers professional development, health benefits, and flexible work arrangements in Palm Springs, California.

Overview

Are you a dedicated Paraprofessional seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in students' lives? E-Therapy is hiring!

 

Position Details: 

• Start Date: ASAP - May 22, 2026
• Hours: Full-time (30 hours/week)
• Grade Levels: TK-5th graders
• Compensation: Starting at $15.00/hour (commensurate with experience)
• Location: Palm Springs, California

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to Nicole.Billings@electronic-therapy.com OR call 803-868-4922

 

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive support to help you succeed
• The chance to work with a passionate and collaborative team
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' communication skills and overall growth.  

 

 

Empower students. Transform lives. Start your journey with E-Therapy today!

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Interacts positively with children, staff, and community members.

• Possesses knowledge of emergency procedures to handle various special education students.

• Possesses general knowledge of first aid procedures.

• Assists students in the loading and unloading of the bus.

• Works with the driver in the application of necessary restraints for physically handicapped students.

• Buckles students in seat belts.

• Maintains discipline when students are on the bus.

• Reports undisciplined students to the proper authority and completes required forms.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/KNOWLEDGE/WORK STYLE:

• Demonstrates the ability and desire to provide outstanding customer service.

• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively under time constraints.

• Complies with the District’s attendance standards as described in established guidelines.

• Maintains a well-groomed appearance.

• Functions effectively as a team player and gets along well with others.

• Is highly organized with the ability to multitask.

• Is detail-oriented and self-motivated.

• Ensures handwriting is legible.

• Possesses excellent communication skills.

• Has an excellent memory and functions well under stress.

• Works independently with minimal supervision and/or assistance.

• Demonstrates an extremely high regard for confidential and sensitive information.

• Displays flexibility, common sense, and good judgment.

• Stays current with information pertinent to the job.

• Reads and interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Writes routine reports and correspondence.

• Adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

• Computes rates, ratios, discounts, and percentages and draws and interprets bar graphs.

• Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations.

• Effectively presents information in one-on-one and small group situations.

• Demonstrates the ability and knowledge to work with students with various handicaps and special needs.

• Exercises patience with children.

Qualifications

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package
• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

 

Education:

• High school diploma or G.E.D and/or
• AA degree OR 60 college credit hours OR successful completion of approved exam.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

E-Therapy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

 

Physical Requirements (Working in a School Setting):

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and move around in various areas of the school facility. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents both verbally and in writing. The employee may need to lift or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and may occasionally be required to bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Additionally, the employee must have the physical stamina to supervise and engage with students throughout the school day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

 

Ready to Join Us?
We have multiple openings available, so don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary!

 

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to Nicole.Billings@electronic-therapy.com OR call 803-868-4922

 

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Keywords:

paraprofessional, teacher assistant, special education, student support, classroom aide, child development, school safety, student discipline, education support, Palm Springs education jobs

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Flexible hours,

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