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Education Support Professional jobs are open across K-12 public schools, charter networks, and special education programs, with specializations in instructional assistance, behavioral support, and early childhood education, from entry-level aide to senior paraprofessional and program coordinator. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Make a Difference Every Day
The Richardson School, a MyPath Company, is looking for an Education Support Professional (ESP) who wants to make a meaningful impact. In this role, you’ll be part of a caring, collaborative team supporting students with diverse academic, behavioral, and therapeutic needs. You’ll help create a safe, engaging learning environment where every student can grow, participate, and succeed.
Whether you're beginning your career in education or bringing valuable experience, your flexibility, positivity, and compassion matter most.
What You’ll Do
- Support classrooms across the school with daily lessons, activities, and supervision
- Engage students in 1:1 and small-group learning to build academic and social skills
- Assist with behavioral support using trauma-informed and approved de-escalation techniques
- Help implement IEP goals and classroom strategies designed by teachers and treatment team
- Support sensory breaks, transitions, specials, and unstructured times
- Document student progress, behavior data, and required reports
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to provide consistent care
- Model professionalism, patience, and positive communication every day
What You’ll Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience working with students with disabilities is helpful but not required
- A calm, adaptable, and student-centered approach
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to follow behavior plans and use physical intervention techniques once trained
What You’ll Gain
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, between 9:00am – 3:00pm (school-year with calendar with summers off), Part Time working up 25 hours per week
- Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour
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Part-Time Benefits (20+ hours/week):
- 401(k) with MyPath Financial Wellness Resources
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- On-demand access to earned wages
- Tuition reimbursement
- Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- PTO accrual & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount program through PerkSpot
At The Richardson School, we value our employees and are committed to offering meaningful benefits that support your well-being, growth, and success.
Additional Information
MyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.
MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter.
Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional in supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath.
Our Culture
At MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors:
Passion
Accountability
Teamwork
Openness
Continuous Learning and Innovation
As an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You’ll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless!
MyPath is proudly Majority Women Employee-Owned, with women leading at every level from the frontline to the boardroom. Our strength comes from all of us. Every Owner, regardless of gender, plays a vital role in shaping our culture, driving our mission, and building a workplace where opportunity and ownership are shared by all.
MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace the unique characteristics, abilities, and life experiences of our employees and believe that equitable and inclusive practices are essential to our success. We value the diversity of our Owners, the individuals we serve, and the communities we engage with.
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Who's Hiring
- Osseo Area Schools - ISD 27918
- Rochester Public Schools13
- Intermediate School District 9179

- Tacoma Public Schools6

- Sioux Falls School District6

What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in education support professional jobs.
- High school diploma or equivalent with some college coursework preferred
- Experience working with students with disabilities or special needs
- Knowledge of Individualized Education Program implementation and documentation
- Paraeducator certificate or state-required paraprofessional credential
- Ability to assist with personal care, mobility, and adaptive equipment
- Proficiency with student information systems and basic classroom technology
Tips for Your Education Support Professional Job Search
Tailor your resume to IEP language
If you've worked with students who have Individualized Education Programs, name that explicitly on your resume. Hiring managers in special education scan for IEP familiarity, behavior intervention plans, and specific disabilities you've supported, not just general classroom experience.
List your certifications before your degree
Paraeducator certificates, CPR credentials, and crisis prevention training often matter more to screeners than your degree level. Put certifications in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so they're visible before anyone reads your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists education support professional openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by school district size
Large urban districts often post support roles through centralized HR portals with longer hiring timelines, while smaller districts hire faster and expect you to contact the principal directly. Knowing which you're applying to shapes how you follow up.
Prepare scenario answers about de-escalation
Interviewers for behavior-support and special education roles almost always ask how you've handled a student in crisis. Prepare two or three specific examples using a situation, your action, and the outcome, keeping student details appropriately vague.
Ask about caseload and ratio before accepting
During the offer stage, ask how many students you'd support and how many are on IEPs. A role with an unmanageable ratio affects your day-to-day work significantly, and this is a standard professional question that won't cost you the offer.
Education Support Professional Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most education support professionals?
The most active employers for education support professionals right now are Osseo Area Schools - ISD 279, Rochester Public Schools, and Intermediate School District 917, and the most openings are in Minnesota, Massachusetts, and South Dakota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. School districts and charter management organizations account for the large majority of active postings.
How many education support professional jobs are remote?
About 0% of education support professional openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is notably lower than most professional fields. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include curriculum support coordination, online tutoring assistance, and administrative case management roles, while in-person classroom and behavioral support positions almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become an education support professional?
Start by earning a high school diploma, then complete any state-required paraprofessional coursework or a paraeducator certificate program. Many states require passing a basic skills assessment. Gain direct experience through substitute aide work, volunteering in classrooms, or working in after-school programs. CPR certification and training in behavior intervention strategies strengthen your application before you apply to your first full-time role.
Can you get hired as an education support professional with little experience?
Yes, many districts hire candidates with limited formal experience if they demonstrate relevant soft skills and a willingness to complete on-the-job training. Volunteering in a school or community program, completing a paraeducator certification course, and being transparent about hands-on experience with children, even informally, can offset a short work history. Entry-level aide positions are the most accessible starting point.
What does the education support professional interview process look like?
Most districts run a two-stage process: a brief phone or video screen with HR, followed by an in-person panel interview with a principal, special education coordinator, or lead teacher. You'll typically be asked scenario-based questions about student behavior, confidentiality, and working under a supervising teacher. Some districts also require a background check clearance and a brief classroom observation before a formal offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to education support professional jobs?
You can find and apply to education support professional jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, location, and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits. No intermediary steps are required between finding a role and submitting your application.
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