Special Education Paraprofessional - Immediate Start

Chelsea - Student Services; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Shore Educational Collaborative has immediate openings for year round Paraprofessional positions with competitive wages and excellent benefits. The organization serves students with disabilities across programs from pre‑kindergarten through 22 years of age and supports diverse needs including medical and behavioral challenges.

Applicants should have experience with students with multiple and intensive medical needs; training will be provided, and the staff must obtain Shore’s behavioral safety

Qualifications

• Experience with students with multiple and intensive medical needs preferred; training will be provided.
• Certification in Shore's approved behavioral safety training program (Safety Care or equivalent) required/essential for staff safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily instruction and programming under the supervision of the Classroom Teacher.
• Assist in all aspects of daily living skills including toileting, hygiene, dressing, and meal programs.
• Collect and records data on students’ progress/behavior.
• Attend all professional development programs as identified by Administration.
• Participate in the development of overall program curriculum as requested.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a learning environment designed to meet the needs of all students.
• Construct and prepare instructional materials where appropriate.
• Supervises students in all educational settings.
• Ensure student and staff safety.
• Assist program staff in implementation of all aspects of the established behavior management system.

Job description

Shore Educational Collaborative has immediate openings for year round Paraprofessional positions with competitive wages and excellent benefits. The organization serves students with disabilities across programs from pre‑kindergarten through 22 years of age and supports diverse needs including medical and behavioral challenges.

Applicants should have experience with students with multiple and intensive medical needs; training will be provided, and the staff must obtain Shore’s behavioral safety