Special Ed Para: Tutor & Behavior Coach

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid sick leave

Professional Development opportunities

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support a small case load of students under a special educator, implementing rigorous academic and behavior interventions. You will lead daily tutoring sessions and communicate with families and teachers to drive student achievement and adherence to standards.

The role requires high school diploma or GED, 60 college credits or an Associate’s degree, and passing Work Keys scores.

Qualifications

• A passion for SPS's mission and educational model.
• High behavioral expectations and goal-driven.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Proven track record of high achievement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED and 60 college credits or Associates.
• US work authorization by first day of employment.
• Passing scores on Work Keys: Reading 5, Math 4, Writing 3.

Responsibilities

• Support a small case load of students under guidance of a special educator.
• Implement rigorous academic and behavior intervention systems.
• Lead daily tutoring sessions—individual and small group.
• Maintain consistent high academic and behavioral expectations.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal communication

Behavioral interventions

Family collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 college credits / Associate’s degree

ParaPro or WorkKeys certificates

Job description

Springfield Public Schools seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support a small case load of students under a special educator, implementing rigorous academic and behavior interventions. You will lead daily tutoring sessions and communicate with families and teachers to drive student achievement and adherence to standards.

The role requires high school diploma or GED, 60 college credits or an Associate’s degree, and passing Work Keys scores.