Special Education Paraprofessional (HMS)

Pittsfield Public Schools; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pittsfield Public Schools Herberg Middle School in Pittsfield, MA is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to assist classrooms and support instructional programs. The role involves working with students with disabilities under the guidance of teachers, collecting performance data, and helping implement IEPs.

Ideal candidates should have an Associate's degree or Para Pro/Work Keys, and experience with secondary students requiring academic and social-emotional support.

Qualifications

• Must be highly qualified per NCLB: Associate's degree or Para Pro or Work Keys, plus experience with secondary students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and students with instructional programs.
• Assess student performance with teachers.
• Maintain records and data on student performance as assigned.
• Monitor student behavior and promote appropriate classroom conduct.
• Assist with implementing IEPs when applicable.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Behavior management

Education

Associate's degree or Para Pro or Work Keys

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional (HMS)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5949600

Application Deadline: Oct 19, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 20, 2026

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
• Special Education > Autism
• Special Education > Emotionally Disabled
• Special Education > Learning Disabled
• Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities
• Special Education > Multiple Disabilities

Welcome to Herberg Middle School, Special Education Department

Job Description

The paraprofessional will assist one or more teachers in the implementation of the instructional program and shall perform all the tasks, responsibilities, and duties as assigned by the teachers(s).

The duties commonly associated with the position include but are not limited to:

• assisting the teacher and the student with the instructional program
• assisting the teacher to assess student performance
• maintaining records and data on student performance as assigned by the teacher
• monitoring student behavior and assisting students to engage in appropriate classroom behavior
• assisting the teacher in implementing IEPs, when applicable

Job Requirements

• Must be "Highly Qualified" as proscribed by NCLB (Associate's degree or passing Para Pro or Work Keys assessment)
  Experience working with secondary students who have disabilities. Experience teaching small groups. Experience working with students who require academic and social- emotional assistance.
  Ability to handle small group instruction, reinforce positive behaviors, and manage behavior effectively. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Understanding of developmental needs. Willing to be trained in de-escalation, restraint techniques.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Brites , Alternative Education Director
• 269 First Street
• Pittsfield, Massachusetts 01201
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]