SPED Para Educator: Small-Group Tutoring & Behavioral Support

Springfield-Public-Schools,-Ma; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools' Duggan Academy in Springfield, MA is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students and implement intervention systems. You will coordinate with a small case load and assist teachers to promote academic achievement.

Daily tutoring sessions, high expectations, and effective communication with families are core. The district offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development including a para-to-teacher pipeline.

Qualifications

• Belief in SPS's mission, values, and educational model.
• Very high behavioral standards for students.
• Ambitious, tangible goals with drive to achieve them.
• Thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Proven track record of high achievement.
• Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills.
• Humility and drive to improve minds and lives of students.
• 60 college credits or an Associate’s degree; ParaPro/WorkKeys.
• US work authorization by start date.

Responsibilities

• Support a small caseload of students with moderate to severe needs alongside an experienced special educator.
• Implement an effective, rigorous academic and behavior intervention system.
• Provide daily individual and small group tutoring sessions.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Communication skills

Education

High-school diploma or GED

60 Credit Hours of College Coursework or Associate’s Degree

Passing score on ParaPro or WorkKeys

Job description

Springfield Public Schools' Duggan Academy in Springfield, MA is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students and implement intervention systems. You will coordinate with a small case load and assist teachers to promote academic achievement.

Daily tutoring sessions, high expectations, and effective communication with families are core. The district offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development including a para-to-teacher pipeline.