TASC Special Education Paraprofessional

TASC Special Education Paraprofessional

Waltham Public Schools William

F. Stanley Elementary School - Waltham, Massachusetts

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Jul 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Re-Posted:
  Jul 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  Aug 31, 2026
• Position Type:
  Full-Time

Position Summary:

The purpose of this position is to assist teachers in the delivery of instruction to students.

The TASC program provides services for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related diagnoses. The main teaching style is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The classrooms have a high student-to-teacher ratio to ensure appropriate support for academic, behavioral, and social needs of all students. Opportunities for both small group and individual instruction exist depending on student needs.

Management of the Learning Environment

• Implements student goals and objectives under the direction of the teacher.
• Utilizes educational materials properly.
• Helps maintain a pleasant, neat, and well‑organized classroom.
• Performs scheduled duties promptly.
• Fulfills paperwork responsibilities promptly.
• Maintains professional competence through in‑service educational activities.
• Fulfills other duties as assigned by the building principal.

Management of Student Needs – supporting the student performance Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

• G‑tube feeding (trained and supervised by the nurse).
• Implementation of feeding plans (trained and supervised by the speech/language therapist and/or teacher).
• Lifting, moving, and positioning (trained and supervised by the physical therapist).
• Implementing behavior plans, collecting data (trained and supervised by the teacher).
• Toileting, including changing diapers (trained and supervised by the teacher).
• Daily hygiene (trained and supervised by the nurse and teacher).

Student Interactions

• Assumes responsibility for providing a safe, supportive, structured learning environment for all students.
• Relates well to students.
• Provides opportunities for students to develop a positive self‑concept.
• Accepts responsibility for the well‑being of each assigned student.

• Adheres to academic, ethical, and social standards.
• Communicates clearly and appropriately.
• Dresses appropriately.
• Accepts constructive feedback.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Is equitable, sensitive, and responsive to all learners.
• Has good attendance.
• Participates in ongoing professional development and building meetings.

• Promotes positive working relationships with school personnel.
• Shares and exchanges ideas, skills, techniques, and materials.
• Works effectively with administrative personnel.
• Accepts and implements school and district decisions.
• Fulfills assigned duties and out‑of‑class responsibilities.
• Complies with school department procedures and school committee policies.

Toileting/diapering and heavy lifting may be required.

Supervision Scope:
Supervises students and evaluates their achievement.

Supervised by principal and/or director.

Education, Training, and Experience

• High school diploma; two years of higher education preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students under the direction of the teacher.

Knowledge Required

• Ability to follow directions effectively.
• Familiarity with student instructional and disciplinary procedures.

Abilities Required

• Implement assigned tasks and activities.
• Monitor students’ safety and security diligently.
• Support and reinforce the teacher’s expectations for students.

Skills Required

• Follow directions promptly and effectively.
• Relate to students as a caring adult.
• Work with students on academic tasks assigned by the teacher.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trained in Applied Behavior Analysis for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Experience administering discrete trials, providing prompting hierarchy, using incidental teaching opportunities, dispensing reinforcement, and data recording.
• Works in a collaborative model with teachers and specialists within a transdisciplinary instructional approach.
• Knowledge of augmentative/alternative communication methods, sensory diets, reinforcement schedules, and behavior management techniques.

Salary:
As per the WEA contract.

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Non-Discrimination Notice:
Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) to welcome diverse candidates to our school system.