Paraprofessional [Sped Sub/Sep. Aide, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Gr. K-6] - [King Elementary] (Anticipated Vacancy)(SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The King School in Boston is seeking passionate, equity-driven paraprofessionals who support teachers and put students at the center of learning. The role emphasizes collaboration, with ESL, SPED staff, and paraprofessionals coordinating to sustain a high-quality program.

Responsibilities include assisting instruction individually and in groups, preparing instructional materials, managing behavior, and supervising field trips.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 48 college credits or an associate's degree, or passing ParaPro/WorkKeys.
• Minimum two years experience working with young children.
• Authorization to work in the United States by start date.

Responsibilities

• Supports direct instruction to children individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings.
• Provides assistance with classroom activities.
• Prepares instructional materials.
• Assists in classroom set up and clean up.
• Manages individual and classroom behavior, using prescribed approaches.
• Supervises students on field trip activities.
• Performs other related duties as requested by Head of School/Principal.

Skills

Two years experience with young kids

US work authorization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 College Credits or Associate's Degree

ParaPro or WorkKeys certification

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

The King School is seeking passionate, equity-driven educators who believe deeply in the power of collaboration and are committed to putting students at the center of everything we do. Our teams are intentionally structured to ensure strong support for both staff and students: every grade level team includes a dedicated ESL teacher, Special Education teacher, and multiple paraprofessionals. This is a school on the move—grounded in purpose, fueled by teamwork, and focused on student success. If you are ready to make a lasting impact in our school community, we encourage you to explore the opportunities at the King.

Job Title

Paraprofessional

Reports to

Principal/Head of School

General Description and Goals

Paraprofessionals will assist teachers in providing an innovative, high quality education program designed to meet the needs of the children in the Boston Public Schools. Paraprofessionals will work with school staff to create an educational environment in which quality and continuity are key factors in educating the students of the Boston Public Schools.

Responsibilities

• Supports direct instruction to children individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings
• Provides assistance with classroom activities.
• Prepares instructional materials.
• Assists in classroom set up and clean up.
• Manages individual and classroom behavior, using prescribed approaches.
• Supervises students on field trip activities.
• Performs other related duties as requested by Head of School/Principal.

Qualifications - Required

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Forty-eight (48) Credit Hours of College Coursework or an Associate's Degree, or a passing score on one of the two following Formalized Standardized Assessments: ParaPro Assessment (http://www.ets.org/parapro/) or WorkKeys Certificate of Proficiency for Teacher Assistants (http://www.act.org/workkeys/profcert/index.html).
• Minimum of two years experience working with young children.
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment

Qualification - Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree.
• Certification as a teacher or license as a social worker.
• BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages:Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.

Terms

BTU, Paraprofessional hourly rate

Please refer to the BPS website for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.

The start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do the lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the "Schedule A" Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at [e-mail].