Special Education Paraprofessional

Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School (MA) Bay Path RVTHS
- Charlton, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School (MA) Bay Path RVTHS
- Charlton, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School

Starting Date: To Be Determined

REPORTS TO:

Director of Special Education

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Director of Special Education, the Special Education Paraprofessional plays a vital role in shaping students’ futures by mentoring small groups, providing one-on-one support and material review sessions with students, as well as supervising students’ academic work. Responsibilities include providing instructional assistance, classroom support, and implementation of effective classroom strategies under the direction of classroom teachers and/or other school personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides direct support to students in classroom and vocational settings.
• Assists with academic tasks, organization, and engagement in learning activities.
• Implements accommodations and modifications as outlined in the student’s educational plan.
• Supports the student’s social-emotional and behavioral needs.
• Collaborates with teachers, specialists, and support staff to ensure student success.
• Maintains confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience working with special education students in an educational setting is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of special education needs and strategies preferred.
• Passion for supporting student learning and development required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  Commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive educational environment.
• Bilingual skills a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• This is a 10 month position.
• This position is part of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Bay Path Paraprofessionals Association and the SWCRVSDC.

SALARY:

• Appropriate step on BPTA (Paraprofessionals) pay schedule pursuant to the BPTA (Paraprofessionals) CBA. Hourly rate ranges from $20.52 - $27.08 per hour.

PHYSICAL

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Southern Worcester County Regional Vocational School District is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, ancestry, military status, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or pregnancy related condition, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by law.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $20.52 to $27.08 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

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

• Lisa Courchaine
• 57 Old Muggett Hill Road
• Charleton, Massachusetts 01507
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