Paraprofessionals Don’t Have Just One Job. Why Are We Training Them That Way?
Paraprofessionals support students across academics, behavior, communication, executive functioning, and more—often all in the same day. If the role is this comprehensive, shouldn’t their professional learning be too? Explore why preparing paraprofessionals for the whole experience matters.
The Power of the Paraprofessional
Paraprofessionals are often the constant in a student’s school day—providing support across classrooms, transitions, challenges, and growth. As their role becomes increasingly complex, investing in meaningful professional learning strengthens not only paraprofessionals, but the students, teachers, and schools they support.