Long Term Substitute - Special Education Paraprofessional

Randolph Public School District; Randolph (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Randolph Public School District's John F. Kennedy School in Randolph, MA is seeking a Long Term Substitute Paraprofessional for the Special Education program. The LTS Para will support students with daily routines and behavior management under supervision, at a rate of $29.07 per hour.

Responsibilities include implementing lessons, assisting with small groups, maintaining confidentiality, and communicating with teachers, families, and staff. Immediate start and full-time status expected.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children with special needs.
• Experience collecting data (observations, checklists, etc.).
• RBT training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with daily routines and behavior management.
• Implement lessons and lead small group activities as directed by teachers.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate professionally with families and staff.
• Participate in ongoing training to develop skills and knowledge.

Skills

Experience with special needs

Data collection experience

RBT training

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Randolph Public School District John F. Kennedy School - Randolph, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Long Term Substitute - Special Education Paraprofessional

Randolph Public School District John F. Kennedy School - Randolph, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5937948

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 23, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The JFK Elementary School is seeking a Long Term Substitute Paraprofessional. The LTS Para hourly rate is $29.07.

The following duties and job description are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee.

• The Long Term Substitute Paraprofessional will assist students with daily behavior management and academic lessons and implement behavior management strategies to promote positive behavior.
• Teamwork in the classroom to support academic instruction and implement behavior plans.
• Implement lessons as directed by teachers, assist with independent work, projects, and lead small group lessons.
• Provide behavior modification as directed by the teacher and BCBA.
• Participate in ongoing training to further develop skills and working knowledge.
• Maintain professional conduct and appearance.
• Maintain compliance with all school, district and DESE policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers, families, and the public at large using exemplary written, verbal, and listening skills.
• Maintain student confidentiality.
• Demonstrate conflict management skills by actively listening, finding solutions to problems, and working well with difficult people.
• Support children in their daily routines, including mealtime and toileting.
• Observe and document children's progress and behavior, and communicate with teacher, BCBA and or school admin.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $29 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute: Paraprofessional

Welcome to John F. Kennedy School

Currently, the Kennedy School maintains an enrollment of approximately six hundred students, Preschool through grade 6, enrolled in thirty-seven classrooms, nine of which serve students with special needs. The Kennedy program serves the language needs of Chinese students throughout the town with a program of language assistance for English Language Learners. Two full-time and one part-time Title 1 teachers provide small group language.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Randolph Public Schools (RPS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The RPS do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ethnic identity, sex, gender identity, disability, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or homelessness in admission to or participation in its programs and activities. RPS does not tolerate any form of discrimination, intimidation, threat, bullying, coercion and/or harassment that insults the dignity of others by interfering with their ability or freedom to learn and work.

Job Requirements

• Preferred but not required
  • Experience working with young children with special needs.
  • Experience collecting data (observations, checklists, etc.).
  • RBT training preferred.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Juliet Hazard , Assistant Principal
• 20 Hurley Drive
• Randolph, Massachusetts 02368
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]