ESY Paraprofessional & Behavior Specialist (Summer Program)

Salem Public Schools; Salem (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A local education provider in Salem, Massachusetts, is looking for Intensive Paraprofessionals and Behavior Specialists for the Extended School Year (ESY) Program. Roles include assisting with curriculum delivery and providing behavioral support. Candidates should be experienced in working with IEPs and be able to collaborate with staff effectively. Positions require a commitment from July 7 to August 7, 2025, and applicants must apply through TalentEd.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with IEPs.
• Ability to support social-emotional interactions.
• Skills in behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers with curriculum delivery.
• Provide behavioral support across the school environment.
• Support individual students as needed per IEP.

Skills

Behavior management

Social-emotional support

Collaboration with staff

Transportation

Job description

Paraprofessionals and Behavior Specialists Extended School Year (ESY) Program Salem Public Schools Special Education INTERNAL CANDIDATES PREFERRED

July 7 - August 7, 2025

Program Days Hours

Preschool Witchcraft Monday -Thursday 8:15-12:30

Elementary Witchcraft Monday – Thursday 7:45-12:30

Grades 6-12 Witchcraft Monday – Thursday 8:45-1:30

Salem Prep: Dates, location, and times TBD

POSITIONS:

Intensive Paraprofessional: The paraprofessional is responsible for assisting the

classroom teacher with the delivery of curriculum and implementing the students’ IEPs. The

paraprofessional assists with behavior management, general supervision and supports students’

social-emotional interactions throughout the school day. Additional relevant duties at the

discretion of the site administrator. Some students require 1:1 paraprofessional support per their

IEP. Paraprofessionals are paid at the Intensive Paraprofessional contract rate.

Behavior Specialists: The Behavior Specialist provides behavioral support to the program as a whole and works collaboratively with staff to ensure student safety across the school environment. Additional relevant duties at the discretion of the site administrator. The specialist is paid at the behavior specialist’s rate.

Intensive Paraprofessional (up to 2): Please see above position description. This position will

be at the Elementary ESY site and/or the Summer Academy site 7:45-4pm Monday-Friday. This

position requires transportation to travel between the two sites.

How to Apply:

Applicants need to apply through TalentEd. Only applications from TalentEd will be considered. For more information: Bridget Connors: [e-mail] Please enter “ESY” in the subject line

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salem Public School District 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.