Security Paraprofessional - [Charlestown High] [Anticipated Vacancy] (SY26-27)

Charlestown High; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Charlestown High in Boston Public Schools seeks a Security Paraprofessional for an anticipated vacancy. The role supports teachers and ensures a safe, orderly environment for students as the school prepares for the upcoming vacancy.

Responsibilities include assisting with student arrival/dismissal, supervising detention, monitoring entrances, and maintaining safety logs. A high school diploma or GED and relevant coursework or an associate’s degree are required, along with work authorization in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 48 credit hours or an Associate's Degree or passing ParaPro/WorkKeys.
• Minimum of two years experience working with young children.
• US work authorization by start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the arrival and dismissal of students.
• Manage PM detention hall.
• Monitor the front door and visitor pass program.
• Unlock lavatories and maintain a log of student use.
• Perform other related duties as requested by the Headmaster.

Skills

Two years experience with children

Bilingual considered

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 credit hours or Associate's Degree

ParaPro/WorkKeys qualification option

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Security Paraprofessional - [Charlestown High] [Anticipated Vacancy] (SY26-27)

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5948143
• Application Deadline: Dec 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

This position is an anticipated vacancy. It is expected to be vacant by 10/16/2026. However, the current incumbent has a right to rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the day of the expected vacancy date. Your hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated.

Reports to: Principal/Head of schools

General Description and Goals:

Security Paraprofessional will assist teachers in providing an innovative, high quality education program designed to meet the needs of the children in the Boston Public Schools. Security Paraprofessional 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

• Assist in the arrival and dismissal of students.
• Manage PM detention hall.
• Monitor the front door and visitor pass program.
• Unlock lavatories and maintain a log of student use.
• Perform other related duties as requested by the Headmaster.

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

Qualifications - Preferred:

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience working with adolescents.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural/multi-ethnic setting.
• 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 Unit, Contractual 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 demeains 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] .

Position Type: Traditional

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Boston Public Schools, Office of Human Resources
• 2300 Washington Street
• Roxbury, Massachusetts 02119
• Email: [e-mail]

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