1-on-1 Paraeducator at Oakland School for the Arts

About the Employer

Oakland School for the Arts (OSA) is a diverse and inclusive public 6–12 charter school rooted in Oakland’s rich cultural landscape. Serving approximately 800 students, OSA blends rigorous academics with immersive arts education, providing students with opportunities for collaboration, creative expression, and personal growth through specialized arts pathways, interdisciplinary learning, and work-based experiences. OSA prepares students to become creative and critical thinkers who use their unique voices to shape the world. Through meaningful arts and academic experiences, graduates are prepared for college, career, and lifelong success.

Job Summary

Job Summary

OSA seeks a compassionate and dependable 1-to-1 Paraeducator to join our Special Education Department for the 2026-2027 school year. The 1-to-1 Paraeducator provides individualized support to a neurodiverse student across academic, artistic, and social-emotional domains. This role supports student access to the curriculum, development of executive functioning skills, self-direction, and inclusion in the classroom and broader school community. The ideal candidate is patient, adaptable, and committed to inclusive education. The candidate should have experience supporting school-age children, preferably in special education settings, and the ability to collaborate with teachers and specialists to implement individualized supports aligned with the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) and educational goals.

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