Education Paraprofessional: Inspire Learning & Support

Paraprofessional [Sped Sub/Sep. Aide] - Mel King South End Academy Boston Public Schools Melvin H King South End Academy - Boston, Massachusetts. Job Description This position is an anticipated vacancy, expected to be vacant by 06/30/2026. The incumbent may rescind retirement, leave, or resignation until the day of the expected vacancy. Hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated; the successful candidate may start the year as a Long‑Term Substitute if the position is not vacant by the start of the school year. Reports to: Principal/Head of School. Paraprofessionals will assist teachers in providing an innovative, high‑quality education program designed to meet the needs of the children in 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 Supports direct instruction to children individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings. Provides assistance with classroom activities. Prepares instructional materials. Assists in classroom set up and clean up. Manages individual and classroom behavior using prescribed approaches. Supervises students on field trip activities. Performs other related duties as requested by Head of School or Principal. Qualifications – Required 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 following 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; must have such authorization by first day of employment. Qualifications – Preferred Associate's or Bachelor's Degree. Certification as a teacher or license as a social worker. Bilingual or multilingual fluency in one of BPS’s official languages (Spanish, Creole – Cape Verdean, Creole – Haitian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, Somali). Terms BTU, Paraprofessional hourly rate. Please refer to the Salary Information section on the Career Site for compensation details. Salaries are listed by Union 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. Equal Opportunity 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. BPS does not tolerate retaliation, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education