Paraprofessional - Cambridge Public Schools

Are you passionate about supporting students with behavioral needs in their efforts to succeed in a school setting? Ro Health is hiring a talented Paraprofessional to work with Cambridge Public Schools for the 24-25 school year!




Why Ro Health:

• Schedules to complement your lifestyle
• Competitive compensation and weekly paychecks
• Various career development opportunities
• Commuter benefits up to $315/month through our partnership with Edenred
• Administrative and clinical support when you need it most
• Healthcare benefits for eligible providers
• All providers earn PTO and sick time, even when working a per diem schedule

Overview:

• In-person
• Location: Cambridge, MA
• Schedule: 8:00am-3:00pm
  • Start and end times may vary slightly, as they are dependent on the schools’ bell schedules and case requirements.
• Compensation: $19-$23/hr
• Start date: Flexible

Responsibilities:

• Providing support to students with special needs in either in a 1:1 or general capacity:
  • As a 1:1 support: you would be going to each class with your student to provide behavioral, physical and/or educational support throughout the day. 1:1 supporters are responsible to ensure their student is on task and working towards their behavioral goals. Hygiene and toileting support may be required.
  • General classroom supports: providers who are assigned to work with a single teacher or classroom. In this role, providers will support wherever they are needed most by the teacher. Typically every day looks different in this position, and you may be working with several different students throughout your day.
• Calm, clear, and concise communication with both children and adults
• Ability to run and stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time
• Potential need to frequently bend, crouch, and lift (up to 40 pounds)
• Potential toileting and/or wheelchair assistance

Qualifications:

• Education
  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent
  • Have obtained an associate (or higher) degree, or
    • Have at least two years of post-secondary education equaling a minimum of 48 credit hours from an accredited higher education institution, or
    • Have met a rigorous standard on one of the formal Massachusetts-endorsed Assessments: Parapro or WorkKeys
• Basic Knowledge of Autism and Special Needs
  • Understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other common special needs, gained through coursework, volunteer experience, or personal interest. Experience working with children
• Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, and other professionals in a compassionate and clear manner.
• Empathy, Patience, and Flexibility
  • A compassionate, patient, and flexible attitude when working with children, understanding that each student has unique needs and learning styles.
• Pass a background check through the iCORI, a service of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Department of Criminal Justice Information Services (DCJIS)
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in Childcare or Education
    • Previous experience working with children, either in a formal setting like a school or informally, such as through babysitting or volunteering with youth programs.
    • Familiarity with IEP/BIPs
  • Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
    • Familiarity with ABA techniques and strategies for behavior management and skill development.
    • Previous experience in a school, clinic, or similar environment working directly with students with autism and other developmental disabilities
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) card

Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status):

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Direct deposit
• Single point of contact

Does this role sound like the right fit for you? Apply today! For any inquiries, please email sdpsych@rohealth.com or call 619-365-9386.




About Ro Health

Ro Health is a rapidly growing healthcare staffing agency. We have over a decade of experience supplying our students and school districts with kind, caring, and professional healthcare providers. The success of Ro Health depends on the success of our providers, driving our efforts to focus on how we can improve their experience and performance as they continue to deliver exceptional patient care to the student population we serve.

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