Specialized Support Paraprofessional - September - December 2026

Young World Physical Education; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Stratton Elementary School in Arlington, MA is seeking a Specialized Support Paraprofessional for September through December 2026 to assist students in general and special education settings. This temporary role supports access to the curriculum and collaboration with educators and families.

Responsibilities include implementing modifications, supporting behavior plans, and participating in planning and professional development.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to coordinate with a team including principals, teachers, and parents.
• Experience supporting students with social-emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred training such as Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Establishes emotionally supportive rapport with students.
• Travels to general education classes with students as needed.
• Implements content, instructional and performance modifications as designed by teachers and BCBA.
• Shares information with other support personnel during breaks.
• Participates in planning meetings and professional development.
• Greets students and assists with dismissal and end-of-day debriefs.

Skills

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Behavior support

Experience with children

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Arlington Public Schools Stratton Elementary School - Arlington, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Specialized Support Paraprofessional - September - December 2026

Arlington Public Schools Stratton Elementary School - Arlington, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5875456
Application Deadline: Aug 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 07, 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:Temporary position - September - December 2026

REPORTS TO: Special Education Coordinators and Building Principals

SALARY/BENEFITS: $27.11 per hour; $189.77 per day

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $27.11 to $27.11 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Adam Goodstone
• Email: [e-mail]

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