Specialized Program Paraprofessional - SOAR

Amesbury Public Schools; Amesbury (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Amesbury Public Schools is seeking a Specialized Program Paraprofessional to support students in the SOAR program at Amesbury Middle School. The role focuses on emotional regulation, academic resilience, and social skills within a trauma-sensitive educational setting.

Responsibilities include assisting teachers, implementing IEP goals, and supporting students’ participation in classroom and social activities. Hours are full-time with a wage of $21–$34 per hour, and starting date is immediate.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with staff and students.
• Flexibility to adjust to different issues with students.
• Ability to assist students with academic and non-academic needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction of special education and classroom teachers.
• Support implementation of Individual Education Plans and monitor student progress.
• Provide in-class support for academic functioning and social skills development.
• Assist with emotional regulation and coping strategies within the SOAR program.
• May assist with toileting as needed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Assisting students

Education

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Job description

Specialized Program Paraprofessional - SOAR

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Job Details

Job ID: 5971521

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 26, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Students in the SOAR program (graded 6-8) are identified with an Emotional Impairment. The SOAR program is for students who exhibit emotional/behavioral/social challenges in the school environment that contribute to interference with accessing instruction.

Program Description: The SOAR program is designed to foster skill development in the areas of emotional regulation, academic resilience, and socialization. By doing so, the intention is to decrease "out of class time" due to symptom interference, and increase each student's ability to receive academic instruction. Supports are provided in a clinically-informed, trauma-sensitive environment with evidence-based methodologies. In the SOAR program, students will receive a combination of individual therapeutic interventions; specific in-class support for academic functioning; and specialized group instruction regarding social skills, emotional regulation, self-reflection, and coping strategies for school-based stressors. Students will also receive necessary behavioral assessment and intervention planning.

Teaching and Learning

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of special education and classroom teachers
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with staff and students
• Flexibility to adjust to different issues with students
• Ability to assist and help students with their academic and non-academic issues to enable them to fully participate in learning
• Assist students in developing appropriate social skills
• May require toileting

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $21 to $34 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Amesbury Middle School

Amesbury Middle School will offer diverse opportunities for our students to attain personal growth and success through a dynamic school experience. Teachers and staff aspire to provide innovative programs through collaboration among students, families and community. We will promote optimal academic achievement and positive social development in a safe and welcoming environment.The Amesbury Public Schools does not discriminate against students, parents, employees or the general public on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, immigration, citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy status, veteran status, age or disability.

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Doug Nebel
• 220 Main Street
• Amesbury, Massachusetts 01913
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]