Autism Support Paraprofessional – AIM Program (ABA)

Somerville Public Schools; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerville Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional to support the AIM Program for students on the autism spectrum. The role involves 1:1 and small group instruction, behavior management, and collaboration with certified staff across Capuano Early Childhood Center and Winter Hill Community Innovation School.

The position follows a 208-day school year, with CORI clearance and fingerprints required as part of pre-employment, and the district emphasizes a safe, inclusive learning environment

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students in educational settings is a plus.
• Ability to work with a team of educators and specialists.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction as directed by the teacher
• Develop an understanding of the curriculum
• Support the overall management of the classroom and student behavior
• Provide small group and/or individual instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher
• Provide assistance and supervision of students during cafeteria time, recess and if needed, toileting
• Assist the classroom teacher with the development of curriculum materials
• Help to create and maintain a safe learning environment
• Support students’ emotional regulation
• Collect academic and/or behavioral data as directed
• Develop and maintain positive, respectful, and appropriate relationships with students
• Engage positively, respectfully, and professionally with colleagues
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning and success
• Positively contribute to a classroom and school community that affirms the identities of all students and staff
• Use practices and approaches that value student diversity
• Protect student confidentiality
• Engage in meaningful professional development opportunities and apply the learning from those experiences
• Understand and utilize appropriate technology
• Complete required paperwork and duties as assigned
• Additional duties as assigned by the Principal/Supervisor and in accordance with the SEU Collective Bargaining Agreement

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional support

Collaboration

Data collection

Adaptability

Tools

Instructional technology

Job description

Somerville Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional to support the AIM Program for students on the autism spectrum. The role involves 1:1 and small group instruction, behavior management, and collaboration with certified staff across Capuano Early Childhood Center and Winter Hill Community Innovation School.

The position follows a 208-day school year, with CORI clearance and fingerprints required as part of pre-employment, and the district emphasizes a safe, inclusive learning environment