Lead paraprofessionals

?? Now Hiring: Lead Special Education Paraprofessional -Fall River, MA ??

Are you anexperienced educator ready to take the next step in your career? AmergisEducational Staffing is proud to partner with schools in Fall River, MA to hirea Lead Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2025-2026 school year!

This is a fantasticopportunity for someone with a strong background in behavioral and intellectualdisabilities who is passionate about leadership and pursuing a teachinglicense.

?? Position Overview

• Location: Fall River, MA

• Start Date: ASAP

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:20 AM - 2:30 PM

• Duration: Full 2025-2026 School Year

• Pay Rate: Up to $35/hour

?? What You'll Do

• Lead and support paraprofessional staff within sub-separate classrooms

• Provide direct support to students in 1:1 and small group settings

• Implement and oversee behavior support plans and academic activities

• Collect and analyze data on student behavior and progress

• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to ensure consistent support strategies

• Assist with changing/toileting as needed

• Help write and implement IEPs

? Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with individuals with behavioral and intellectual disabilities

• Demonstrated leadership experience in educational or behavioral settings

• Strong skills in de-escalation, data collection, and behavior tracking

• Passion for education and a desire to pursue a teaching license

• Comfortable working with students exhibiting behaviors such as aggression, eloping, flopping, or self-injury

?? Ready to Apply or Have Questions?

Let's connect! We'dlove to hear from you.

Elizabeth Meehan (She/Her)

Educational &Healthcare Recruiter

?? [email protected]

?? Office: (781) 400-7106 | ?? Fax: (866) 941-7397

?? 110 2nd Avenue, Needham, MA 02494

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Comply with all relevant professional standards of practice

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.