Security Paraprofessional - [BDEA] (Anticipated Vacancy) (Temporary Vacancy) (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools • Boston, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is a temporary vacancy covering for a paraprofessional on leave. The position is expected to start 10/26/2026 and end on 01/11/2027 when the current paraprofessional returns to work. At that time, the covering paraprofessional will be terminated from the position. The Security Paraprofessional will assist teachers in providing an innovative, high quality education program designed to meet the needs of the children in the Boston Public Schools. The Security Paraprofessional 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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience working with adolescents.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural/multi-ethnic setting.
• Fluency in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the safety and security of school hallways, classrooms, common areas and school grounds.
• Assist in the arrival and dismissal of students.
• Manage PM detention hall.
• Monitor the front door and visitor pass program.
• Unlock lavatories and maintain a log of student use.
• Perform other related duties as requested by the Headmaster.

Benefits

• Salaries are listed by Unions 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.
• Nondiscrimination policies.
• Accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED