Paraprofessional - School Year Only - Therapeutic Programs

Chelsea - Student Services; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Competitive wages

Massachusetts State Retirement System

Job summary

Shore Educational Collaborative has an immediate opening for a school year Paraprofessional in our therapeutic middle & high school program in Chelsea, MA. The role supports teachers, assists with daily living skills, and contributes to structured learning environments. Benefits include paid time off and competitive wages.

The position starts immediately and offers full-time hours. Applicants must be prepared to participate in program development, data collection, and collaboration with clinical

Qualifications

• Paraprofessionals support our special education teachers in meeting diverse student needs.
• Assist in classroom modifications and provide personal care as needed.
• Provide structure, feedback, and perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily instruction and programming under the supervision of the Classroom Teacher.
• ],

Skills

Instruction support

Behavior management

Data collection

Classroom preparation

Safety supervision

Communication with staff

Tools

Safety Care training

Job description

Paraprofessional - School Year Only - Therapeutic Programs

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Job Details

Job ID: 5956257
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Shore Educational Collaborative has an immediate opening for a school year Paraprofessional position in our therapeutic middle & high school program. Excellent benefits, paid time off, and competitive wages provided.

Shore Educational Collaborative'stherapeuticmiddle and high school program provides educational support and clinical services to students with learning disabilities, as well as behavioral and social/emotional challenges.

Pay range is $25.29hr to $40.35hr depending on experience and education background.

Full-time employees at Shore Educational Collaborative are eligible for the Massachusetts State Retirement System.

Job Description:

Our Paraprofessionals support our special education teachers in meeting the diverse needs of students with a range of disabilities. They are required to assist in classroom modifications, provide personal care of students,communicateotherstaff members, provide structure and feedback, and other duties as assigned.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide daily instruction and programming under the supervision of the Classroom Teacher.
• Assist in all aspects of daily living skills including toileting, hygiene, dressing, and meal programs.
• Collect and records data on students’ progress/behavior.
• Assist teaching staff in preparation of reports.
• Attend allprofessional developmentprograms as identified by Administration.
• Participate in the development of overall program curriculum as requested.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a learning environment designed to meet the needs of all students.
• Construct and prepare instructional materials where appropriate.
• Supervisestudents in all educational settings.
• Ensure student and staff safety.
• Assist program staff in implementation of all aspects of the established behavior management system, to include responding to students during classes, monitoring and setting limits on behavior during breaks, and monitoring and assisting students who are dysregulated, including appropriate physical management if needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Summer employment is possible, but is not required.

Apply at: shorecollaborative.tedk12.com/hire

All school staff who may be expected to manage behavior must obtain and maintain certification in Shore's approved behavioral safety training program (Safety Care or equivalent). These skills are essential to ensuring the safety of all program participants and staff, and to meet state and federal requirements related to the safe implementation of behavior intervention plans.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $25.29 to $40.35 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Joanne Semenza
• 201 Crescent Avenue
• Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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