Paraprofessional - Autism Program (High School)

Wakefield Public Schools; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Wakefield Public Schools is seeking a part-time paraprofessional to assist teachers in delivering IEP-based supports for students with Autism in the high school setting.

The role involves direct in-class support, applying accommodations, and aiding social skills development while collaborating with teachers, therapists, and other staff to meet student needs. Strong communication and ongoing progress documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher preferred.
• Experience with high school students who have Autism highly preferred.
• Excellent oral, written, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with implementing IEPs tailored to students with ASD.
• Provide direct support to students during classroom activities with accommodations.
• Facilitate social skills development and support peer engagement.
• Support students with communication challenges using AAC tools and strategies.
• Monitor and document student progress and behavior as directed.
• Assist with behavior intervention plans and de-escalation techniques.
• Collaborate with the special education team, therapists, and paraprofessionals.
• Assist students with personal care tasks such as feeding, toileting, and hygiene as needed.
• Prepare and organize classroom materials to support instructional activities.
• Maintain a safe and positive learning environment following school policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associates degree or higher

Job description

Qualifications:

• Associated Degree or higher preferred
• Experience working withhigh school students with Autism highly preferred
• Excellent oral, written, and communication skills

Duties & Responsibilites:

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to students with ASD.
• Provide direct support to students during classroom activities, ensuring accommodations and modifications are effectively applied.
• Facilitate social skills development by modeling appropriate interactions and supporting peer engagement.
• Support students with communication challenges using alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) tools and strategies.
• Monitor and document student progress, behavior, and performance data as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with classroom management by implementing behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and de-escalation techniques.
• Collaborate with the special education team, including teachers, therapists, and other paraprofessionals, to support student needs.
• Assist students with personal care tasks, such as feeding, toileting, and hygiene, as needed.
• Prepare and organize classroom materials and resources to support instructional activities.
• Maintain a safe and positive learning environment by adhering to school policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned