Specialized Support Paraprofessional

Young World Physical Education; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Specialized Support Paraprofessional in Arlington, Massachusetts. This full-time position involves supporting students in both general and special education settings to enable access to the curriculum.

The role requires an Associates Degree, experience with children, and strong communication skills. The successful candidate will work closely with educators and participate in various classroom meetings and activities.

Compensation is competitive at $27 to $28 per hour, with benefits like health and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associates Degree; Bachelor's preferred.
• Experience working with children and supporting emotional needs.
• Ability to work within a diverse team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support students in general and special education classes.
• Implement behavior management plans as needed.
• Participate in classroom planning meetings.

Skills

Experience working with children

Ability to coordinate with team members

Strong communication skills

Experience with social-emotional and behavioral challenges

Preferred training in TCI or Equivalent

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 5792667

Application Deadline: Jul 26, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jun 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Arlington, MA 02476

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.

POSITION: SPECIALIZED SUPPORT PARAPROFESSIONAL

JOB GOAL: The Special Support Paraprofessional (SSP) will support educators by working with students in general education and special education settings to enable them to access the curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree Required; Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• Experience working with children
• Ability to coordinate with and work as a member of a team that includes Principal, Classroom Teacher, Special Educators, other building staff, related service personnel, clinicians and parents
• Must have experience with and demonstrated ability to support students with social-emotional and behavioral challenges
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Preferred specialized training, such as Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) or Equivalent

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establishes emotionally supportive rapport with students
• Travels to general education classes with students as needed
• Accurately implements content, instructional and performance modifications as designed by the classroom teacher, special education liaison, and BCBA
• Ensures information is shared between other support personnel when this individual is on scheduled breaks.
• Participates in classroom planning meetings or other organizational meetings, as well as professional development as determined by principal and or special education department
• Greets students upon arrival to school, assists with student dismissal and debriefs with teacher at the end of the day
• Implements behavior management plans as written
• Assists with crisis management plans, including physical management per behavior management protocols when required.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 183 Days. 7.00 hours per day

REPORTS TO: Special Education Coordinators and Building Principals

SALARY/BENEFITS: Per AEA Unit D Collective Bargaining Agreement. Eligible for benefits including health insurance, dental insurance and life insurance and Town of Arlington Retirement System.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $27 to $28 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Adam Goodstone
• Email: [e-mail]

Arlington values diversity. We strongly encourage candidates of varied backgrounds, including people of color, persons with disabilities and others to apply.