All Schools- Paraprofessional: High School

SPRINGFIELD SUCCESS ACADEMY; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking All Schools- Paraprofessional: High School Developmental Skills Paraprofessionals for Extended Year (Summer 2026) Program. This contingent summer position reports to the Building Principal or designee and requires availability for the entire program schedule from July 6 to July 30, 2026, with duties including instructional assistance and clerical tasks.

The ideal candidate is presently employed as a Special Education Paraprofessional in SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC

Qualifications

• Presently employed as a Special Education Paraprofessional in the Springfield Public Schools.
• Has not received a layoff notice.
• Preference for paraprofessionals currently working in the same program.
• Preference for those who have worked in the extended year program to support continuity.
• Availability required for the entire program schedule.
• Must have a secured position for the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional assistance under the direction of the teacher.
• Perform clerical tasks such as preparing, duplicating, and distributing materials.
• Assist in feeding during lunch and snack periods.
• Feed, diaper, and assist with personal hygiene as needed.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Site Coordinator of the summer program.

Skills

Special Education Paraprofessional

Summer program availability

Job description

All Schools- Paraprofessional: High School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5683093
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jul 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 6, 2026

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SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Springfield, Massachusetts

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION

TITLE: All Schools- Paraprofessional: High School Developmental Skills Paraprofessionals for Extended Year (Summer 2026) Program (contingent on enrollment, funding, and programming)

APPLICATIONS: Applicationswill be acceptedfromMonday,April 13,2026,throughFriday,May 29, 2026.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal or designee.

FUNDING: General – Special Education

SALARY: Per Contract

WORK SCHEDULE: Program Schedule:

July 6, 2026 – July 30, 2026 from 8:00am-1:45pm

Work Schedule:

July 6, 2026 – July 30, 2026 from 7:30am-2:00pm

Teachers are required to attend mandatory training with Summer Coordinator

Program Coordinator Staff Meeting: Date to be selected by Coordinator.

Communicated and facilitated by School Program Coordinator-Coordinator is responsible to train Summer School Staff on selected curriculum and summer expectations

DUTIES:

• Responsible to Site Coordinator, Special Education Teacher, Special Education Supervisor, and Principal
• Provide instructional assistance, under the direction of the teacher, to a small group or individual student(s).
• Responsible for providing clerical services such as preparing, duplicating, organizing, and distributing materials to children and other miscellaneous clerical tasks.
• Assist in feeding during lunch and snack periods when needed.
• Feed, diaper, and assist with personal hygiene as needed.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Site Coordinator of this summer program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Presently employed as a Special Education Paraprofessional in the Springfield Public Schools.
• Has not received a layoff notice.
• Preference will be given paraprofessionals presently working in the same program during the academic year.
• Preference will be given to paraprofessionals who have worked in the extended year program to facilitate continuity of instruction and social/ emotional development.
• Availability required for entire program work schedule.
• Must have a secured position for the 2026-2027 school year

• “If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!”

  About our District

  Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3 rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

  Join a team that Empowers Educators

  In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in “Grow our Own” and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.

  Talent Acquisition

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools’ Title IX Coordinator, [e-mail] , the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights at https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr , or both.

The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Jeremy Saint Laurent, Chief Legal Counsel in Legal Services, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55325, [e-mail] .

Springfield Public School’s sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website, www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to [e-mail]

Position Type: Summer School
Salary: $22.69 to $27.35 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, 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

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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