💛 What You’ll Do

Want a job where you actually make a difference?

As a BrightBee school paraprofessional, you’ll support students in local schools—supporting their behavioral and socio-emotional goals as directed by each school site. The more sites and assignment types you are open to working, the more your earning potential is. BrightBee recruits candidates (that's you!) to support local schools and nonprofits. You will use our BrightBee app to claim assignments at schools/non-profits in your area and get paid a week later. Our goal is simple: help schools succeed and give workers the tools they need to grow in their careers.

📅 Flexible Work That Fits Your Life

• Work 2–5 days per week
• School day shifts (7am-3pm)
• Pick up assignments that match your schedule
• Great as a side hustle or consistent weekly income

👉 If you want flexible work AND meaningful impact—this is it.

🎯 What You’ll Be Doing in East Cleveland Hive

What is a "Hive?"

A hive is a geographical region of multiple school districts and sites that you (as a Bee) will be able to claim assignments at. These assignments could be as short as a single day or as long as multiple week/months. You should be willing/able to commute to various school sites in East Cleveland area to be considered.

What Type of Work is Available?

We’re recruiting paraprofessionals for East Cleveland Community Schools, Maple Heights Schools, and Orange City Schools

What you will need:

• You have at least completed 48 college credit hours OR you have a passing score on the parapro assessment
• Comfort with paying for your background check and permit - as a 1099 independent contractor, you'll be eligible for bonus milestones to help cover these costs as you start taking assignments

🚀 Who This Is Perfect For

• You enjoy supporting behavioral growth for kids or teens
• You’re patient, reliable, and positive
• You’re looking for flexible and/or consistent work (several of our single day assignments convert to long-term opportunities)

🔐 Before You Start

To keep students safe, as an independent contractor, you’ll need to:

• Pay & Pass a background check
• secure & pay your educational aide permit
• Follow safety and reporting guidelines

👉 Don’t stress—we guide you through every step.

PLEASE NOTE: Costs associated with the clearance process are the sole responsibility of the candidate, as this engagement is for an independent contractor role rather than a traditional employment position. Requirements vary by state but may include the cost of a background check, obtaining a copy of any college transcript you have, and the cost of completing Mandated Reporter training. The average cost of completing clearance in Ohio for paraprofessional is between $145-192

🌟 Why BrightBee?

We connect great people with schools that need them—fast.

• Flexible, app-based work
• Support every step of the way
• Opportunities to grow your experience
• Be part of something bigger—supporting your community

📲 Ready to Get Started?

Apply today and start working in schools near you. Our process is simple:

• 1 phone interview
• 1 video interview
• 1 virtual orientation (live over Zoom)
• Ohio clearance process

📌 Good to Know

BrightBee centers child safety at the core of its work. Applicants must undergo a background check, adhere to a code of conduct, and comply with all mandated reporter training and reporting requirements

Prior to working with students, you will need to pass a background check, livescan and may need to obtain other necessary testing/clearances and provide us with authorization to contact former employers.. Rest assured, we will guide you through the process!

Please note, assignments may require the ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods of time.

BrightBee provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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18 - 28 USD a week