Special Education Paraprofessional: Behavioral Support

Grafton Public Schools; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Grafton Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional at Grafton High School in Massachusetts. The role supports behavioral and learning needs for students with varied IEPs under the supervision of the school principal.

Responsibilities include adapting materials, assisting with routines and small groups, and implementing behavioral plans while maintaining confidentiality and data records. 183 work days and a 6.42-hour day provide a structured schedule with professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to utilize de-escalation techniques.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with a team of staff and professionals.
• Protective measure training or physical management experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Modify instructional materials to meet individual IEP goals.
• Foster independence and support routines for students with IEPs.
• Assist small groups or individuals with instructional programming.
• Support students during meals, assemblies, and field trips.
• Implement behavioral plans with reinforcement and prompting as needed.
• Help students develop daily living skills such as dressing and toileting.
• Collect and organize data on assigned students.

Skills

De-escalation techniques

Team collaboration

Physical management

Education

Two years of post-secondary education (48 credit hours)

Job description

Grafton Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional at Grafton High School in Massachusetts. The role supports behavioral and learning needs for students with varied IEPs under the supervision of the school principal.

Responsibilities include adapting materials, assisting with routines and small groups, and implementing behavioral plans while maintaining confidentiality and data records. 183 work days and a 6.42-hour day provide a structured schedule with professional development opportunities.