Special Education Paraprofessional

Rockland-Public-Schools; Rockland (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockland Public Schools at Phelps Elementary School in Rockland, Massachusetts is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with diverse needs. This position is full-time and located at Phelps Elementary School.

Under the supervision of a licensed special education teacher, you will assist with classroom management, data collection, small group and individual instruction, coaching, monitoring, direction/redirection and, at times, physical support for students with special

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, with two years of post-secondary education or an associate degree.
• Experience working with children in a school setting.
• RBT certification or ABA strategies are assets.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in achieving academic and social development.
• Behavior support including physical management (training provided upon hire).
• Personal care support for students.
• Consultation and collaboration with Special Education and Regular Education teachers and related staff.
• Any other duties as assigned by the building administrator.

Skills

Experience with children

ABA strategies

RBT certification asset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5935973

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 5, 2026

Job Description

Phelps Elementary School

2026-27 School Year

Paraprofessional Support In Special Education

Job Description:

The special education paraprofessional serves as a supportive assistant to classroom and special education teachers. Under the supervision of a licensed special education teacher, the paraprofessional may assist with classroom management, collecting data, small group and individual instruction, coaching, monitoring, direction/redirection and, at times, physical support for students with special needs.

Job Qualifications

Paraprofessionals are expected to have attained a high school diploma or its equivalent, two years of post‑secondary education or an associate’s degree, or successful completion of the “Parapro” or “WorkKeys” assessment

Paraprofessionals should have prior experience working with children in a school setting

Preferred skills include second language abilities, experience working with special needs students and ABA strategies. RBT certification would be an asset to this program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting students in achieving academic and social successes
• Behavior support which includes physical management (training provided upon hire)
• Personal care
• Consultation and collaboration with Special Education and Regular Education Teachers as well as related service staff
• Any and all other duties as may be assigned by the building administrator

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Michelle Scheufele , Principal
• 1 Lt. Col. Brian Duffy Way
• Rockland, Massachusetts 02370
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]