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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