Paraprofessional - Special Education 1:1

Fall River Public Schools

Fall River (MA)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 36,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A public school district in Fall River is looking for a dedicated Paraprofessional to support special education teachers and assist in the instruction of students. This role involves providing individualized instructional services, preparing materials, and organizing instructional areas. Candidates should possess the ability to relate well with students, be NCLB qualified, and have an Associates Degree or Para Pro Test (Praxis). The position offers a 183-day work year with 210 paid days including vacation and holidays.

Qualifications

Ability to relate well with students and other adults.
Ability to assist in the instruction and supervision of students.
NCLB Qualified (Associates Degree or Para Pro Test (Praxis)).

Responsibilities

To participate in staff development workshops and training sessions.
To assist and work under the supervision of the teacher.
To provide individualized instructional services.
To prepare instructional materials.
To organize instructional areas.

Skills

Ability to relate well with students and other adults

Ability to assist in the instruction and supervision of students

NCLB Qualified

Education

Associates Degree or Para Pro Test (Praxis)

Para Pro Test

Job description

Paraprofessional - Special Education - 1:1 JobID: 550

Position Type: Support Staff/ Paraprofessional - Special Education
Date Posted: 8/1/2025
Location: Henry Lord Community School

POSITION: PARAPROFESSIONAL

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to relate well with students and other adults
Ability to assist in the instruction and supervision of students
NCLB Qualified (Associates Degree or Para Pro Test (Praxis))

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ability to relate well with students and other adults
To be generally responsible to the curriculum supervisor
To participate in staff development workshops, training sessions, meetings, and/or other activities organized by the curriculum supervisor, or the program director
To be directly responsible to the teacher for activities related to instruction and program implementation
To assist and work under the supervision of the teacher in:
Providing individualized instructional services
Preparing instructional materials
Organizing instructional areas
To be responsible to school principals for non-instructional duties that fall within guidelines
To participate in program evaluations and needs assessment procedures

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

In accordance with the Fall River Paraprofessionals contract. Employment is contingent upon job performance, program needs, and funding. Salary includes a 183 day work year, with 210 paid days per year (including vacation and paid holidays).

The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 3:39:08 AM CST.

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