Elementary Paraprofessional: Support for Diverse Learners

Greenlodge Elementary School; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Greenlodge Elementary School in Dedham, MA, is seeking an Elementary Educational Support Professional for the 2024-2025 school year. The paraprofessional will support instruction and care for students in grades 1-5, in both inclusion and pull-out settings, and collaborate with teachers and a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED (college degree preferred), and Massachusetts Special Education certification is preferred. Experience with ABA is welcome.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• Massachusetts Special Education certification preferred.
• Experience with ABA methodology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support instruction and care for elementary students between grades 1-5 in inclusion and pull-out settings.
• Work with individuals or small groups of students with a range of abilities, including ASD and Down Syndrome.
• Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team to support students across the curriculum.
• Ability to shift instruction and provide content-specific and behavioral support and interventions.
• Ability to accept and implement directions.
• Ability to be flexible with job assignments as needed.
• Support teachers through classroom assistance to facilitate student connection to curriculum and peer interactions.
• Work collaboratively with other educational staff within the school and district.

Skills

ABA methodology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Massachusetts Special Education certification

College degree preferred

Job description

Greenlodge Elementary School in Dedham, MA, is seeking an Elementary Educational Support Professional for the 2024-2025 school year. The paraprofessional will support instruction and care for students in grades 1-5, in both inclusion and pull-out settings, and collaborate with teachers and a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED (college degree preferred), and Massachusetts Special Education certification is preferred. Experience with ABA is welcome.