Bhs Rise / Bridge Paraprofessionals, Esy Program

Brookline Public Schools • Brookline, MA

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About The Position

BHS RISE / BRIDGE PARAPROFESSIONALS, ESY PROGRAM POSITION OVERVIEW The Paraprofessional will support students in an Extended School Year (ESY) program designed to promote independence, community access, and post-secondary readiness. This role focuses on assisting students in a variety of settings, including school-based instruction, community-based experiences, internships, and volunteer placements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with high school students with diverse learning needs, including autism
• Ability to work in a variety of environments, including classrooms, community settings, and job sites
• Must be able to walk and travel within the community and accompany students on foot and via public transportation
• Ability to follow directions, work collaboratively, and support student independence
• Flexibility, reliability, and a willingness to engage in active, community-based work

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student learning under direction of the classroom teacher
• Provide direct instruction as planned by the classroom teacher
• Assist with coordination and preparation of materials
• Documentation of skills and/or behaviors as directed by the classroom teacher
• Support students in developing skills related to post-secondary readiness, including participation in internships, volunteer experiences, and community-based learning opportunities
• Assist students in navigating public transportation and traveling safely within the community
• Support implementation of instructional, behavioral, and transition plans as directed by supervising staff
• Help students build independence, communication, social, and functional life skills
• Provide supervision and ensure student safety in all settings, including community and job sites
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and program staff to support student goals
• Assist with data collection and documentation as directed
• Accompany students on community outings, site visits, and job-site placement
• May be asked to drive school transportation (school van) to transport students to community-based learning experiences and job sites
• Safety Care trained and/or willingness to be trained
• Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment

What This Job Offers

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