Paraprofessional- Special Education
Sherwood Center for the Exceptional ChildKansas City, Missouri, United States
Posted October 16, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Sherwood Center for the Exceptional Child is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating, equipping, and empowering adults and students with autism and other developmental disabilities. The center offers specialized services including habilitation, direct support, behavioral therapy, and classroom assistance to promote independent living and active participation.
Job Description
Sherwood Autism Center is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist adults with autism and other developmental disabilities in leading active and independent lives. The organization is a non-profit committed to providing high-quality services and fostering a team environment. This role involves supporting individuals with diverse needs through individualized and group-based instruction, data collection, and behavior support.
Requirements
- Reasonable accommodations may be made.
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and communicate.
- Strong customer service skills
- High level of attention to detail
- Positive demeanor
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Short term disability, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness and Cancer Plan, Voluntary Hospital Indemnity
- Employee Assistance Program
- PTO/Vacation
- Paid Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program with bonuses
