Paraprofessional
Location: Wilmington, Delaware (On-site)
Employment Type: Fulltime
Salary: $36,000-45,000 annually
Clarvida is hiring a Paraprofessional to support students in our alternative school program serving grades elementary through high school. In this role, you will work closely with Special Education teachers, counselors, and school administrators to deliver lesson plans, co-teach, assist with student engagement, and help maintain a supportive and structured learning environment.
Our school team provides an encouraging, accessible, and positive setting where students receive both academic and behavioral support. You will help students navigate challenges related to behavioral misconduct, emotional disorders, substance use, and other issues impacting their mental and emotional well-being.
● Carry out lesson plans and provide instructional support
● Co-teach alongside the Special Education teacher
● Support students individually and in small groups
● Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and mental health partners
● Help monitor behaviors and intervene proactively during escalations
● Maintain a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment
● High School Diploma or GED
● Ability to pass the ParaPro Exam
● 2+ years of experience working with at-risk youth
● Strong desire to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives
● Able to pass background and criminal record checks
● Compliance with drug-free workplace rules
● Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., negative tuberculosis test)
● Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
● Salary: $45,000/year
● Weekday school-based schedule
● Summers off
● Stability and growth within a national agency
● 5 PTO days that roll over
● 19 paid days off (holidays & school breaks)
● Medical, dental, and vision benefit plan options
● DailyPay – Access earnings early*
● Training, development, and continuing education credits
● 401(k)
● Free licensure supervision
● Pet insurance
● Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
● Perks @ Clarvida – National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
*Benefits may vary by state/county.
Wilmington, Delaware – On-site
Part-time
If you have a passion for supporting students and creating a positive, structured learning environment, we encourage you to apply. Click “Apply Now” to join a mission-driven educational team.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health and human services. We deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and recovery-focused support to individuals and families. Our alternative school programs emphasize individualized instruction, emotional support, and long-term student success.
Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values
Explore additional opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida
Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Clarvida does not charge application fees or conduct interviews via messaging apps. Official communication will only come from an authorized Clarvida.com email address, a [email protected] email, or a verified LinkedIn account associated with a Clarvida.com email.
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Clarvida is a company focused on providing solutions and services within the healthcare sector.