Inclusive Education Support Paraprofessional

Arlington Public Schools (MA); Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington Public Schools (MA) seeks a Specialized Support Paraprofessional to help students access the curriculum in general and special education settings.

The SSP will work in collaboration with principals, classroom teachers, special educators, related staff, clinicians, and parents to support social-emotional and behavioral goals, under the AEA Unit D contract. Strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with children.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with and work as a team with principals, teachers, special educators, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Establishes emotionally supportive rapport with students.
• Travels to general education classes with students as needed.
• Implements content, instructional and performance modifications as designed by teachers and BCBA.
• Ensures information is shared between support personnel during breaks.
• Participates in classroom planning meetings and professional development.
• Greets students on arrival and assists with dismissal and daily wrap-up.
• Implements behavior management plans as written.
• Assists with crisis management plans, including physical management when required.
• Reports to: Special Education Coordinators and Building Principals.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Team coordination

TCI training

Education

Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Arlington Public Schools (MA) seeks a Specialized Support Paraprofessional to help students access the curriculum in general and special education settings.

The SSP will work in collaboration with principals, classroom teachers, special educators, related staff, clinicians, and parents to support social-emotional and behavioral goals, under the AEA Unit D contract. Strong communication is essential.