Paraprofessional [SPED Sub/Sep – Lab Cluster] – [Murphy K-8] (SY25-26)

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Boston Public Schools are currently hiring for SY24-25. Please apply to positions for which you are qualified and prepare for virtual interviews, demo lessons, and other remote hiring practices!Please note that after July 1, the Office of Human Resources will not approve lateral moves between schools. This is to minimize vacancies arising close to the start of the school year.If you are searching for a teaching position in BPS, we strongly encourage you to visit and RSVP for where you can learn more about the hiring process, access hiring supports, and find opportunities to connect with school leaders.To begin a new application, choose a job from the listings below. After your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation number and your information will be saved, allowing you to return at any time to submit additional applications. Please remember your username and password for use on future applications.Need help or have a question about your application? Please check the first.IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING TECHNICAL ISSUES WHILE TRYING TO APPLY, please try clearing your browser cache and cookies, or check the for more information. You can also for chat or email support from our vendor’s technical support team (use District Name: Boston), or call them at (877) 974-7437.Job Description:Job Title: ParaprofessionalReports to: Principal/Head of SchoolGeneral Description and Goals:Paraprofessionals will assist teachers in providing an innovative, high quality education program designed to meet the needs of the children in the Boston Public Schools. Paraprofessionals will work with school staff to create an educational environment in which quality and continuity are key factors in educating the students of the Boston Public Schools.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/Principal.

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

Qualification – Preferred:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree.

• Certification as a teacher or license as a social worker.

• BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. 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: BTU, Paraprofessional hourly ratePlease refer to the Salary Information section on the Career Site for more information on compensation. 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.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 .