Job Title: School Companion / Shadow (1:1 Student Support)
Location: Los Angeles + Surrounding School Districts
Job Type: Part-Time (School Day Hours)
Pay: Based on experience & education
 

About Us

At Forum Care Group, we believe that all children deserve to be included, understood, and supported in every environment—including the classroom. Our team helps students with special needs and other developmental differences thrive at school by providing personalized, relationship-based support tailored to each child’s unique strengths and challenges.

 

Your Role

As a School Companion (sometimes referred to as a “shadow” or paraprofessional), you’ll work one-on-one with a student during the school day, providing in-the-moment support to help them participate, learn, and connect with peers. Your role is to be a steady, positive presence—scaffolding communication, emotional regulation, and engagement with classroom routines and activities.
 

This is not a disciplinary or behavioral enforcement role. Instead, you’ll work as part of a collaborative team—including parents, teachers, and clinicians—to promote inclusion and empower the child to grow in confidence and independence.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Accompany a student throughout the school day, providing one-on-one support

• Help the student navigate transitions, social interactions, and classroom expectations

• Reinforce communication, self-advocacy, and emotional regulation skills in real time

• Use relationship-building, play, and conversation to keep the student engaged and connected

• Collaborate with school staff and Positive Development clinicians to align on strategies and goals

• Track daily observations and share progress with the team

 

Schedule & Compensation

• Pay rate based on education and experience

• Schedule: Part-time, aligned with school hours (typically Monday–Friday, 8am–3pm)

• Opportunities for additional hours during school breaks or after-school support

 

Who We’re Looking For

• Passionate about helping children feel supported and included in educational settings

• Calm, patient, and empathetic—especially in moments of challenge or frustration

• Reliable and consistent; students depend on daily, predictable support

• Previous experience in schools or working with neurodivergent children is a plus

• Strong communicators who can collaborate with educators and families
   

Preferred Backgrounds

• Teacher’s Aide, Special Education Paraprofessional, Childcare Provider, Behavioral Technician, Direct Support Professional, or similar roles

• High School Diploma or GED required; some college or relevant coursework in education, psychology, or child development is a bonus

• Must be 18+ with reliable transportation

• Background check and training completion required
   

Physical Requirements

• Ability to follow the student’s lead throughout the day, including walking between classes

• Ability to adjust positioning as needed to provide hands-on support

• Must be able to respond quickly and appropriately to ensure the child’s safety