Security Paraprofessional - [Russell] [Anticipated Vacancy] (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is an anticipated vacancy. It is expected to be vacant by 09/02/2026. However, the current incumbent has a right to rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the day of the expected vacancy date. Your hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated, and you may start the year as a Long-Term Substitute if the position does not become vacant by the start of the school year. 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.