Education Support Professionals
Paraeducator Institute (PI)
Created by paras for paras, PI aims to elevate the profession of paraeducators through policy, professional development, resources, and more.
ESP Whole Student Issues and Advocacy
Learn more about issues Education Support Professionals face in their careers and how you can become an ESP advocate.
ESP Resources and Tools
Elevate your career with our NEA ESP resources and tools. Find links to grants, publications, trainings and more.
ESP Professional Development
As important members of the school community, NEA believes professional development should be required for ESP throughout their careers.
ESP & NEA TODAY
Solidarity, Activism Wins the Day
Washington's Selah Education Support Personnel rally for respect while bargaining a joint contract.
No Choice But to Unionize: Loss of Health Benefits Spurs ESPs to Organize
Read how a major threat against health benefits spurred 27 ESP in the affluent Solana Beach School District in California into action.
ESP News & Highlights
NEW: ESP Animated Video
ESP are critical members of the education workforce and ensure student success from pre-school through college. They have a wealth of knowledge, experience and passion and play critical roles in the school community.
We are proud to release the new video animation, Education Support Professionals: Meeting the Needs of the Whole Student. Through the eyes of Sofi, a middle school student, see how Education Support Professionals (ESP) make a difference in the lives of their students, both in and out of the classroom.
Perfect Ingredients for the Ultimate Surprise
NEA in collaboration with Dude Be Nice Project honored ESPs for ESP Day at Rogers High School in Spokane, Washington, with a special recognition for the cafeteria staff who go above and beyond for their students.
Strong Contract Follows Joint Bargaining, Merger Bliss in Northshore
Coordinated bargaining equals increased benefits for Washington students, schools, and members. Read how two union locals unite, collaborate and merge to bring about gains for the entire school community.
ESP Day Celebration - Out of the Mouth of Babes!
Superintendent Perry of Salem-Keizer Public Schools highlighted the critical role ESP play in the school community by talking to those they impact the most, the students!
The video ESP Appreciation Day 2016 honors the role education support professionals play in keeping students healthy, safe, engaged, supported and challenged, as told by the students they serve.
They Waved Their Arms in Pure Joy
Education Support Professionals impact students lives on a daily basis. They provide mentorship to students, work with them in the classrooms, and even create moving libraries in their personal vehicles to bring books to students in low-income neighborhoods.
ESP Professional Development Opportunities
NEA state and local associations across the nation offer professional development opportunities for their ESP members throughout the year. Click on your state in the drop down feature of the map below to find listings in your area!
NEA Today Instagram
NEA’s story told through images representing its members and staff, all working together to provide great public schools for every student.
@NEArESPect Twitter
NEArESPect's Twitter feed offers useful tips and advice and links to resources that will help you thrive in the workplace.
NEA ESP Pinterest
Leading the profession in classroom tips, tricks, and education news!
NEA ESP Facebook
NEA explores the impact ESP have on the education of the whole student. We'll bring you career tips, hot issues, and help you connect with other ESP.
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ESP of the Year Speaker Request
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