Special Education Paraprofessional

Job Description

Wakefield Memorial High School is looking for a paraprofessional to work with students in grades 9-12 across academic areas. The main responsibilities will include supporting students on IEPs in their high school classes by ensuring accommodations are being implemented, under the direction of the content teacher and/or special education teacher.

• Associate’s Degree or higher
• Experience working with high school students with special education needs preferred
• Excellent oral, written, and communication skills

• Assist in the delivery of instruction and the implementation of the IEP goals and objectives
• Ensure the safety of students in all environments
• Assist the teacher in the collection of data
• Lead and/or support direct instruction to students individually, in small groups, and in inclusion settings
• Monitor and assist students as needed in their daily routines across classroom activities and/or settings
• Assist individual students as necessary to follow routines, follow directions, follow an individual schedule, and/or complete tasks
• Communicate effectively and in a professional manner with general education staff when assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Building Principal and Special Education Coordinator

Commensurate with Wakefield Public Schools’ Unit C salary schedule – starting rate per hour (step 1) is $27.63 – $33.10.

Full-Time

August 31, 2026

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position and additional duties may be assigned.