Special Education Paraprofessional Long-Term Substitute

Somerset-Berkley-and-Somerset-Public-School; Somerset (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset Berkley and Somerset Public Schools seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional Long-Term Substitute at Somerset Middle School in Somerset, Massachusetts.

The role supports elementary students with developmental disabilities in instructional and non-instructional settings, reinforcing learning and social/emotional strategies. Requires 48 credits/AS degree or ParaPro, with starting date as soon as possible; pay ranges from $16 to $24 per hour.

Qualifications

• Two years of College course work (48 credits) /AS Degree required or passing score (464) on the Para Pro Assessment.
• Ability to work effectively with students with special needs, specifically students with developmental/social/emotional/behavioral needs.
• Good communications and interpersonal skills.
• Preference will be given to people who are willing to attend training in crisis intervention/restraint and other topics relative to Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Works with elementary students with developmental disabilities and supports in instructional and non-instructional settings.
• Reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced by the classroom teacher.
• Reinforce learning of social/emotional strategies introduced by the classroom teacher and school adjustment counselor and/or school psychologist and other related service providers, i.e. Speech & Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, etc.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about the student as is expected of a fully licensed teacher.
• Perform related duties as directed by the building principal.

Skills

Communication

Special needs experience

Crisis intervention

Education

AS Degree / 48 credits

Job description

Somerset Berkley and Somerset Public Schools Somerset Middle School - Somerset, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Special Education Paraprofessional Long-Term Substitute

Somerset Berkley and Somerset Public Schools Somerset Middle School - Somerset, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5934659

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB GOAL: To work in a substantially separate classroom with students identified with developmental disabilities

• Works with elementary students with developmental disabilities and supports in instructional and non-instructional settings.
• Reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced by the classroom teacher.
• Reinforce learning of social/emotional strategies introduced by the classroom teacher and school adjustment counselor and/or school psychologist and other related service providers, i.e. Speech & Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, etc.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about the student as is expected of a fully licensed teacher.
• Perform related duties as directed by the building principal.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $16 to $24 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Somerset Middle School

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Somerset Public Schools/Somerset Berkley Regional School District is in compliance with the U.S. Civil Service Rights Act of 1964 and the Title IX Educational Amendments of 1972, Part 86 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The School Districts provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin or any other category protected by state or federal laws in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs or activities.

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS:
• Two years of College course work (48 credits) /AS Degree required or passing score (464) on the Para Pro Assessment
• Ability to work effectively with students with special needs, specifically students with developmental/social/emotional/behavioral needs
• Good communications and interpersonal skills
• Preference will be given to people are willing to attend training in crisis intervention/restraint and other topics relative to Special Education
• REPORTS TO: Building Principal
• TERMS OF: In accordance with the existing bargaining agreement with the Somerset Paraprofessional Bargaining Unit
• HOURLY RATE: $16.25 per hour for first twenty days in the positions, then comparable hourly rate based on experience and education.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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