Special Education; Paraprofessional

Randolph Public School District John

F. Kennedy School
- Randolph, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Randolph Public School District John

F. Kennedy School
- Randolph, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5928460
Final date to receive applications: Sep 25, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Sep 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

The 1:2 Special Education RISE Program Paraprofessional will work with the classroom teacher and related service providers to provide support to students with Autism or in need of ABA methodologies in a substantially separate classroom. The RISE paraprofessional will provide hands-on support as directed by the classroom teacher and/or related service providers. The paraprofessional will assist with the basic academic and communication functions of students and will administer some basic life skills, including but not limited to changing and toileting.

Knowledge and training in de-escalation procedures preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Actively participate in the educational program and help in classroom management, lesson planning, and recording of student data, as requested.
• Facilitate students' travel from classroom activities and appointments by giving specific directions and monitoring independent travel.
• Participate in staff and /or unit meetings as appropriate.
• This position will require supporting students 1:1 at times.
• Monitor all activities to ensure the safety and well-being of students and inform the teacher of any problems, conflicts and/or issues.
• Work cooperatively with the team, including school administrators, teachers and related service providers to ensure that program activities are conducted in a safe and professional manner.
• Actively participate in program and professional development activities in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations.
• Work with students to implement program goals and objectives.
• Maintain professional standards and practices.

Terms:

182 school days, 7:25 hours per day, plus compensation for 10 holidays.

Total Salary for 192 Days is $40,520

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $29 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support >
Individual Aide

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

Currently, the Kennedy School maintains an enrollment of approximately six hundred students, Preschool through grade 6, enrolled in thirty-seven classrooms, nine of which serve students with special needs. The Kennedy program serves the language needs of Chinese students throughout the town with a program of language assistance for English Language Learners. Two full-time and one part-time Title 1 teachers provide small group language.

The Randolph Public Schools (RPS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The RPS do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ethnic identity, sex, gender identity, disability, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or homelessness in admission to or participation in its programs and activities. RPS does not tolerate any form of discrimination, intimidation, threat, bullying, coercion and/or harassment that insults the dignity of others by interfering with their ability or freedom to learn and work.

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Juliet Hazard , Assistant Principal
• 20 Hurley Drive
• Randolph, Massachusetts 02368
• Phone:
• Fax:
• Email: hazardj.ma.us