ABA Paraprofessional- Chelmsford High School

Chelmsford Schools; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools is seeking an ABA Paraprofessional to support students at Chelmsford High School. The role involves working 1:1 or with small groups, primarily with students who have Autism Spectrum Disorders, in both sub-separate and inclusion settings.

Training in ABA will be provided for the right candidate. Requirements include ABA training or willingness to be trained, ASD knowledge, and experience with school procedures and documenting records.

Qualifications

• ABA trained or willing to be trained.
• Knowledge and understanding of ASD disability.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedures, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Knowledge of special education procedures.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the High School level.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
• Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally, and socially in the school setting.
• Assist students with toileting as needed.
• Ability to follow directions and implement accommodations and modifications as directed by teachers and related service providers.
• Ability to collect data consistently.
• Ability to implement procedures of a behavior support plan.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 and/or with small groups of students in a high school setting.
• Assist with sub-separate classroom and inclusion settings.
• Participate in ABA training and apply behavior support plans as directed.

Skills

ABA trained

ASD knowledge

Data collection

Student support

Classroom procedures

Job description

ABA Paraprofessional- Chelmsford High School

Chelmsford Public Schools Chelmsford High School - North Chelmsford, Massachusetts. Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $26,335 to $26,335 Per Year

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Vacancy for the 2026-2027 School Year

The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position: ABA Paraprofessional

Location: Chelmsford High School

Description: The successful candidate will work with high school students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Interest in working with students with exceptionalities is required and work with an Applied Behavior Analysis approach is preferred but not mandatory. Training will be provided for the right candidate. The position involves working 1:1 and/or with small groups of students in a sub-separate special education classroom and/or within the inclusion general education setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• ABA trained (Applied Behavior Analysis) or willing to be trained
• Knowledge and understanding of ASD disability.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Knowledge of special education procedures.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the identified school level (High School).
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
• Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally, and socially in the school setting
• Assist students with toileting as needed
• Ability to follow directions and implement accommodations and modifications as directed by teachers and related service providers
• Ability to collect data consistently
• Ability to consistently implement procedures of a behavior support plan.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education coordinator, and Director of Student Services.

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Autism

Welcome to Chelmsford High School

Chelmsford High School is a public high school located in Chelmsford Massachusetts, established in 1927. The school is based on a three-house system. The houses are named after Ralph Waldo Emerson, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and John Whittier, three well-known New England writers. Each house has two to three school counselors, a dean, and an office. All students are assigned a house at the beginning of their freshman year. Chelmsford High School offers opportunities in high-quality academics, community service, performing arts experiences, championship-level athletics, and mentor relationships in a technologically rich environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• We are seeking a team player to work in our specialized programs. Candidate must be able to attend and complete ABA training as part of this assignment.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• Successful candidate will have a positive attitude and must work well as a member of a team.
• Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues, and provide ongoing support and direction to students.

Contact Information

• Amy Reese, Director of Student Support Services
• 230 North Road
• Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]