Security Paraprofessional - [Mather Elementary] (SY26-27)

Security Paraprofessional - Mather Elementary (SY26-27) Boston Public Schools, Mather Elementary – Boston, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID: 5648089 Application Deadline: Dec 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Apr 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Reports to: Principal/Head of schools General Description and Goals: Security Paraprofessional will assist teachers in providing an innovative, high quality education program designed to meet the needs of the children in the Boston Public Schools. They will work with school staff to create an educational environment in which quality and continuity are key factors in educating the students. Responsibilities Maintain the safety and security of school hallways, classrooms, common areas, and school grounds. Assist in the arrival and dismissal of students. Manage PM detention hall. Monitor the front door and visitor pass program. Unlock lavatories and maintain a log of student use. Perform other related duties as requested by the Headmaster. Qualifications – Required Education: High School Diploma or GED Forty‑eight (48) Credit Hours of College Coursework or an Associate’s Degree, or a passing score on one of the two following Formalized Standardized Assessments: ParaPro Assessment ( or WorkKeys Certificate of Proficiency for Teacher Assistants ( Minimum of two years experience working with young children. Current authorization to work in the United States – candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment. Qualifications – Preferred Associate's or Bachelor's Degree. Experience working with adolescents. Experience working in a multi‑cultural/multi‑ethnic setting. BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS’ official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali. Terms & Compensation BTU, Paraprofessional Unit, Contractual hourly rate. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step. The start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do the lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the "Schedule A" Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement. Position Type: Dual Language. Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA. EEO Statement The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias‑based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at View email address on click.appcast.io. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Boston Public Schools, Office of Human Resources 2300 Washington Street, Roxbury, Massachusetts 02119 Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr