Medically Fragile Paraprofessional - High School

Grafton Public Schools • Grafton, MA

43d

About The Position

Job Goal: To provide behavioral and learning support, instruction and monitoring for children and youth with varied learning and behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the instructional and personal care needs of students with complex medical and educational profiles, in alignment with their IEPs.
• Modify and adapt materials under the direction of the special education teacher to support access to the curriculum.
• Reinforce learning and support engagement with individual students or small groups, both in the classroom and during non-academic activities.
• Assist with daily living skills such as positioning, feeding (excluding medical feeding methods), dressing, toileting, hygiene, and mobility.
• Implement behavior support plans consistently, using positive reinforcement, accurate prompting, and data collection.
• Monitor for signs of medical or behavioral distress and promptly alert appropriate staff.
• Safely lift, transfer, and position students using appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Maintain accurate records of student data, behaviors, and progress toward IEP goals.
• Communicate regularly with team members and families through daily logs and meetings.
• Apply instructional strategies including ABA methods, as trained and directed.
• Attend required trainings and professional development sessions.
• Supervise and support students during school transportation, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed