Entry Level Therapeutic Specialist Jobs
New grad therapeutic specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or clinical rotations can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, with employers like RHA Health Services, Jefferson Parish Schools, and Nemours Children's Health hiring at this level now.
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The Special Education paraeducator assists one or more members of the instructional staff in carrying out his/her job responsibilities by performing instructional or non- instruction tasks for disabled students . Instructional tasks are performed under the teacher's supervision. Noninstructional tasks include clerical, monitorial technical, and other general duties.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
A. Instructional
- Works with individual or small groups of students to reinforce skills/ concepts.
- Provides instructional leadership when working with substitute teacher.
- Assists with specific skills (e.g., interpreting, etc.) as required by exceptionality.
- Prepares materials to help meet individual differences such as rewriting reading materials for less able readers, taping reading assignments for dictated materials, etc.
B. Non- Instructional
- Helps organize classroom at beginning of the school year.
- Arranges room for instructional activities .
- Becomes familiar with and follows all regulations and policies of the school and school board.
- Attends faculty meetings when requested.
- Helps provide assistance for the physical needs of students with disabilities after proper training is provided.
- Helps provide assistance for the medical needs of students with disabilities, e.g., catheterization, etc. , after proper training is provided.
- Attends and participates in pre-service and inservice workshops as mandated by Board policy.
- Follows daily schedule, informing assigned teacher of any changes made by the administrator in work schedule.
- Collects monies, takes attendance and completes absence and illness reports .
- Inventories, labels, and files materials which pertain to the individual assistant I s assignment.
- Corrects obj ective tests and written assignments, records information on test booklets, in roll books and on health forms.
- Assists with snack time.
- Helps students with personal possessions; accompanies students to office, first aid room, rest room, etc.
- Maintains discipline standards according to the regulations of the school system and the assigned teacher (s).
- Relieves assigned teachers for conferences and emergencies .
- Obtains, secures, sets up and operates A-V equipment and other instructional materials.
- Sets up centers for work materials, listening stations, etc.
- Performs assigned limited non- instructional duties such as lunchroom supervision, playground supervision, bus duty, and other tasks assigned by the principal.
- Performs all other related duties as required by the principal.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS WORKED :
- A Special Education paraeducator is required to work in a school setting, climate controlled environment adhering to School Board energy policy and in the outside areas which are subj ect to climate extremes.
- Work day is consistent with teacher hours at assigned school.
- Work day may be adjusted for Board approved summer schedule/ emergencies.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS :
- Communication must be in standard English both orally and in writing.
- Communication must be commensurate with age and skill of listener.
- Must be able to accurately compile and access data, summarize information, and provide written report to supervisor.
- Telephone, copy machine, classroom computer, audio-visual aids .
PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT :
- Sitting is required part of each work day.
- Standing, walking, reaching , bending, and lifting is sometimes required.
- Physically transfer, restrain or position students.
- Transfer and maneuver equipment when required.
- Able to provide own transportation to school or workshops sites.
- Must be able to perform non-complex healthcare procedures if required for those students in need of such services .
MENTAL INVOLVEMENT :
- Must understand written and verbal instructions from teacher or administrators.
- Must be able to become familiar with all curriculum in assigned classes.
- Must have the ability to work independently with students.
HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT :
- Must be able to work compatibly with students, teachers, school personnel , and parents.
- Must be able to respond positively to supervision and to accep v suggestions for improvement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- An Associate Degree OR
- Forty-eight (48) hours of approved college courses OR
- Pass ParaPro Praxis and have high school diploma and/or equivalency
- Eighteen (18) years of age or older
- Twenty-one (21) years of age or older for employment in high school
- Must agree to participate in paraeducator training and enroll in sign language course if assigned to hearing impaired class .
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :
- Previous experience working with children .
- JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
- JP Schools also offers a competitive benefits package.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Special Education paraeducator assists one or more members of the instructional staff in carrying out his/her job responsibilities by performing instructional or non- instruction tasks for disabled students . Instructional tasks are performed under the teacher's supervision. Noninstructional tasks include clerical, monitorial technical, and other general duties.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
A. Instructional
- Works with individual or small groups of students to reinforce skills/ concepts.
- Provides instructional leadership when working with substitute teacher.
- Assists with specific skills (e.g., interpreting, etc.) as required by exceptionality.
- Prepares materials to help meet individual differences such as rewriting reading materials for less able readers, taping reading assignments for dictated materials, etc.
B. Non- Instructional
- Helps organize classroom at beginning of the school year.
- Arranges room for instructional activities .
- Becomes familiar with and follows all regulations and policies of the school and school board.
- Attends faculty meetings when requested.
- Helps provide assistance for the physical needs of students with disabilities after proper training is provided.
- Helps provide assistance for the medical needs of students with disabilities, e.g., catheterization, etc. , after proper training is provided.
- Attends and participates in pre-service and inservice workshops as mandated by Board policy.
- Follows daily schedule, informing assigned teacher of any changes made by the administrator in work schedule.
- Collects monies, takes attendance and completes absence and illness reports .
- Inventories, labels, and files materials which pertain to the individual assistant I s assignment.
- Corrects obj ective tests and written assignments, records information on test booklets, in roll books and on health forms.
- Assists with snack time.
- Helps students with personal possessions; accompanies students to office, first aid room, rest room, etc.
- Maintains discipline standards according to the regulations of the school system and the assigned teacher (s).
- Relieves assigned teachers for conferences and emergencies .
- Obtains, secures, sets up and operates A-V equipment and other instructional materials.
- Sets up centers for work materials, listening stations, etc.
- Performs assigned limited non- instructional duties such as lunchroom supervision, playground supervision, bus duty, and other tasks assigned by the principal.
- Performs all other related duties as required by the principal.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/HOURS WORKED :
- A Special Education paraeducator is required to work in a school setting, climate controlled environment adhering to School Board energy policy and in the outside areas which are subj ect to climate extremes.
- Work day is consistent with teacher hours at assigned school.
- Work day may be adjusted for Board approved summer schedule/ emergencies.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS :
- Communication must be in standard English both orally and in writing.
- Communication must be commensurate with age and skill of listener.
- Must be able to accurately compile and access data, summarize information, and provide written report to supervisor.
- Telephone, copy machine, classroom computer, audio-visual aids .
PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT :
- Sitting is required part of each work day.
- Standing, walking, reaching , bending, and lifting is sometimes required.
- Physically transfer, restrain or position students.
- Transfer and maneuver equipment when required.
- Able to provide own transportation to school or workshops sites.
- Must be able to perform non-complex healthcare procedures if required for those students in need of such services .
MENTAL INVOLVEMENT :
- Must understand written and verbal instructions from teacher or administrators.
- Must be able to become familiar with all curriculum in assigned classes.
- Must have the ability to work independently with students.
HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT :
- Must be able to work compatibly with students, teachers, school personnel , and parents.
- Must be able to respond positively to supervision and to accep v suggestions for improvement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- An Associate Degree OR
- Forty-eight (48) hours of approved college courses OR
- Pass ParaPro Praxis and have high school diploma and/or equivalency
- Eighteen (18) years of age or older
- Twenty-one (21) years of age or older for employment in high school
- Must agree to participate in paraeducator training and enroll in sign language course if assigned to hearing impaired class .
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :
- Previous experience working with children .
- JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
- JP Schools also offers a competitive benefits package.
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Entry Level Therapeutic Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level therapeutic specialist job?
Start by highlighting clinical rotations, internships, or supervised practicum hours on your resume, since hands-on patient interaction carries real weight at this stage. Employers also look for a relevant degree in a health or behavioral science field, strong communication skills, and familiarity with treatment documentation. Tailoring your application to each employer's patient population gives you a clear edge over generic submissions.
Which companies hire entry level therapeutic specialists?
Companies hiring entry level therapeutic specialists right now include RHA Health Services, Jefferson Parish Schools, and Nemours Children's Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including hospital systems, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, and community mental health organizations that actively build their teams with new talent.
Are these new grad therapeutic specialist jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience, recent graduates, or those coming from internships and clinical placements. A posting is new-grad friendly when it lists a degree as the primary requirement, accepts a portfolio of supervised work, and does not require prior independent licensure.
Which industries hire the most entry level therapeutic specialists?
Entry Level therapeutic specialist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they maintain high patient volumes, face consistent workforce turnover, and regularly recruit new graduates to fill associate and junior clinician roles across their care teams.