Paraprofessional - Becket Washington Elementary School 2025-26

Berkshire Health Group; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Berkshire Regional School District in Massachusetts is seeking a paraprofessional to support students with diverse learning needs. You will assist teachers with accommodations, help collect progress data, and collaborate with staff on behavioral plans under supervision.

The role emphasizes fostering independence, patience, and flexible collaboration to support students and teachers in the classroom.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Associates Degree is preferred.
• Experience with elementary students and diverse learning/behavioral needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher in implementing accommodations and/or modifications.
• Assist in collecting data on student progress.
• Collaborate on behavioral intervention plans as needed.
• Support student independence by teaching skills and strategies.

Skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Communication

Follow directions

Patience and flexibility

Interact with professionals

Behavioral support experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates Degree preferred

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Associates Degree preferred.
• Experience working with elementary age students desirable.
• First Aid/CPR certification desirable.
• Able to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Experience working with students with a variety of learning, behavioral, and emotional challenges.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to follow teacher direction.
• Requires patience and flexibility.
• Ability to interact and take direction from a variety of professionals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist classroom teacher in implementing accommodations and/or modifications for students requiring such supports.
2. Assist general education teacher in collecting data on student progress.
3. Collaborate with other staff in implementing behavioral intervention plans, as needed.
4. Support student independence through the acquisition of skills and strategies.
5. Other duties may be assigned by the building principal or superintendent. Hours will be assigned by the principal.

REPORTS TO:

Principal and/or other Supervisor

SALARY:

In accordance paraprofessional' contract.

Central Berkshire Regional School District, in accordance with its non-discrimination and zero tolerance policy, does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, disability, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, veteran status, or gender identity and does not tolerate any form of discrimination, intimidation, threat, coercion and/or harassment that insults the dignity of others by interfering with their freedom to learn and work. [M.G.L. c.76, s5]