Student Support Professionals
Use Your Healthcare Experience to Support Students at School
A Meaningful Role for Healthcare-Minded Professionals
Students may need help with personal care, mobility, daily routines, health-related support, and one-on-one assistance during the school day. As a Student Support Professional, you help provide the steady support students need to participate, grow, and succeed in school.
This role may be a good fit for individuals with experience as caregivers, medical assistants, certified nursing assistants, home health aides, behavioral health aides, personal care attendants, or student support staff.
What You'll Do
No two days are exactly the same, but responsibilities may include:
- Supporting students in a variety of classroom activities to help create a positive and productive learning environment
- Helping students stay focused, engaged, and encouraged throughout lessons and daily routines
- Assisting teachers with instructional activities, classroom organization, and learning materials as needed
- Encouraging social and emotional growth by modeling positive behavior and providing gentle guidance
- Providing one-on-one or small-group support to reinforce learning and build confidence in students
- Celebrating student successes, both big and small, to help foster motivation and a sense of achievement
Opportunities
Special Education Teacher Assistants
Support classroom instruction, student engagement, behavior management, and individualized learning activities.
Paraprofessionals
Provide one-on-one and small-group support while assisting students with academic, social, emotional, and daily classroom needs.
School Health Support Professionals
Assist students with health-related needs, medication administration, personal care, and medical support under appropriate supervision.
No matter the role, you'll help create a positive learning environment where every student can succeed.
Why You'll Love Working in Student Support with ESS
Some of the perks that special education personnel working in Placer County Office of Education will enjoy include:
- Make a direct impact on students who need additional support
- Work in local Placer County schools
- Use your care and service experience in a school setting
- Receive training, resources, and ongoing support
- Be part of a team that helps students feel safe, supported, and successful
Frequently Asked Questions
Assignments may involve supporting students with a variety of academic, developmental, behavioral, physical, or health-related needs. Every student is unique, and schools provide guidance regarding specific responsibilities.
Responsibilities vary by role and assignment but may include assisting with classroom activities, providing one-on-one support, helping students stay engaged, supporting daily routines, and creating a safe, positive learning environment.
Some assignments involve supporting an individual student, while others involve assisting small groups or an entire classroom. Assignment details are provided whenever possible.
No. These positions are support roles that work alongside teachers, school staff, and administrators to help students succeed.
Yes. ESS provides training, resources, and ongoing support to help employees feel confident and prepared in their assignments.
Depending on the role and student needs, some assignments may involve assisting with personal care, mobility support, feeding, or other daily living activities. Assignment expectations and required training will be communicated in advance.
Some positions may require standing, walking, assisting students with mobility, or helping with classroom activities throughout the day. Physical requirements vary by assignment.
Requirements vary by position and district. Many opportunities require a high school diploma or equivalent, while some specialized roles may require additional education, certifications, or licenses.
Many employees find the work rewarding because they build meaningful relationships with students, support important milestones, and make a positive impact in their local schools and communities.
Programs and Resources for Placer County Student Support
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Refer a Friend
If you work for ESS or Placer County Office of Education and you know someone who would make an excellent paraprofessional, we want to hear from you! If your friend applies, gets hired, and meets the eligibility requirements, you’ll receive a $250 bonus.
Career Kickstart Incentive
Through our Career Kickstart program, newly hired ESS staff are eligible for compensation for some of the costs associated with required credentials.