Paraprofessional / Educator

Full Time Paraprofessional Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Commerce, CA Area | Pay: $22.00-$26.00/hour Some of the most meaningful relationships you'll ever build will be with students who need consistency, encouragement, and someone in their corner. This role is a chance to be that steady, caring presence, helping young people build confidence, grow as learners, and discover what they're capable of. Why Paraprofessionals Choose The Stepping Stones Group

• The opportunity to make a real, lasting impact on students every single day
• A structured weekday schedule with no evenings or weekends
• Team-based classrooms where you work alongside dedicated teachers and school staff
• Responsive, supportive leadership from experienced professionals invested in your success
• Continuing education, webinars, and professional resources to help you keep growing
• A mission-driven organization committed to making a difference one student at a time

We believe every student deserves outstanding support for their academic and social-emotional growth. Our school-based programs are built on consistency, collaboration, and strong support for the professionals who make a difference in students' lives. This work takes heart, patience, and dedication, and for the right person, it's some of the most rewarding work there is. Every school day is a chance to build trust, celebrate progress, and help a young person experience success.
The SSG Experience Schedule & Stability

• Monday-Friday: 8:15 AM-3:15 PM, with a 60-minute unpaid lunch (30 hours per week)
• Services delivered on-site in a school setting
• A structured environment with consistent daily routines
• Small classrooms of 8-12 students, with both general and special education teachers

Training, Support & Growth

• Virtual onboarding, orientation, and required trainings to set you up for success
• Guidance and support from experienced SSG leadership
• Access to approved webinars, professional resources, and continuing education
• Exclusive access to premium tools and content that support high-quality service delivery
• Interactive opportunities designed to support your professional growth

Benefits & Team Culture

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Health & Wellness Stipends that support your life inside and outside of work
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Referral program for friends and colleagues
• A culture built on teamwork, professionalism, and encouragement

Role Overview As a Paraprofessional, you'll be a positive, trusted presence for students ages 12-22, supporting their learning, growth, and well-being. Working alongside teachers and school staff, you'll provide instructional, behavioral, and classroom support while helping create a safe, respectful, and encouraging learning environment. Your role matters not just for academic progress, but for showing up as a steady, caring adult in a young person's day.
What You'll Do

• Build trusting, consistent relationships with students
• Provide classroom, small-group, and 1:1 support based on student needs
• Assist students with assignments and provide general academic support
• Provide behavioral support using positive, trauma-informed practices
• Offer emotional and social support to help students engage, participate, and thrive
• Assist with personal care as needed, which may include mobility, feeding, and toileting support
• Collect accurate data on student progress
• Partner with teachers and classroom aides on daily instruction and routines
• Follow all school safety, confidentiality, and behavioral procedures
• Adapt to caseload changes as student needs evolve

How Success Is Measured

• Building genuine trust and rapport with students
• Positive, supportive responses to student needs and challenges
• Accurate data collection and follow-through
• Strong collaboration with teachers and school teams
• Consistent follow-through on school procedures and routines
• Appropriate professional boundaries
• Reliability, punctuality, and steady, positive engagement

Pay Information Hourly Rate: $22.00-$26.00, based on education and experience. Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in special education, behavioral support, mental health, youth services, or a similar setting is required
• Comfortable supporting students with a range of learning, behavioral, and emotional needs
• Able to thrive in a structured environment and follow established procedures
• Able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries
• Flexible and open to working with students of varying ages and changing caseloads
• Reliable transportation
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Must complete Live Scan background check and TB clearance
• Must complete onboarding and required trainings prior to start

Experience That Transfers Well

• Special education paraprofessional or instructional aide roles
• Youth services, mentoring, or after-school program experience
• Behavioral health or mental health support work
• ABA or behavioral support experience
• Classroom or school support roles
• Psychology, education, social work, or human services background

Why SSG Is Different We intentionally design these roles to:

• Give dedicated paraprofessionals a place to do work that truly matters
• Provide structure and consistency alongside a supportive team
• Offer real leadership support, not just oversight
• Recognize the heart, consistency, and impact this work demands

About The Stepping Stones Group At The Stepping Stones Group, we are committed to making a difference one student at a time. We believe every child deserves outstanding support for their academic and social-emotional growth, and we match our team members with roles that fit their passion and skills so they can thrive while changing lives. Ready to be the steady presence a student needs? Join us today.