Educational Support Professional/Paraprofessional - Madison

Make a Difference Every Day

Education Support Professional (ESP) - Part-Time

The Richardson School, a MyPath Company

Are you passionate about supporting students and creating meaningful change? The Richardson School, a MyPath Company, is seeking a compassionate and dependable Education Support Professional (ESP) to join our team.

In this role, you'll work alongside a dedicated group of educators and therapists to support students with diverse academic, behavioral, and therapeutic needs. Every day, you'll help create a safe, structured, and engaging environment where students can learn, grow, and succeed.

Whether you''re starting your career in education or bringing prior experience, your positivity, flexibility, and commitment to students are what matter most.

What You'll Do

• Support classrooms with daily lessons, activities, and supervision
• Work with students 1:1 and in small groups to build academic and social skills
• Assist with behavioral support using trauma-informed and de-escalation techniques
• Help implement IEP goals and classroom strategies developed by teachers and the treatment team
• Support transitions, sensory breaks, specials, and unstructured times
• Document student progress, behavior data, and required reports
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to ensure consistent care
• Model professionalism, patience, and positive communication every day

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred
• Eligibility for WI DPI Instructional Aide / Special Education Aide license
• 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
• Willingness to learn and implement behavior plans and physical intervention techniques (training provided)

What You'll Gain

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm (school-year schedule with summers off)
• Hours: Part-time, up to 25 hours per week
• Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour

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 believe in investing in our employees just as much as our students. Join a team where your work truly matters-and where you can make a difference every single day.