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Educational Support Professional (ESP-1) BHS .3 FTE Job ID 1349
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$82,726 / year median in Massachusetts
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Educational Support Professional (ESP-1)
BHS .3 FTE
Job ID 1349
Bedford Public Schools
Bedford High School - Bedford, Massachusetts Job Details
Job ID:
5914910
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Sep 03, 2026 7:06 PM (UTC)
Job Description
Bedford Public Schools
Invites applications for the position of:
Educational Support Professional (ESP-1) 13.5 hours per week
Description:
The role of the Education Support Professional (ESP) is to provide General Education support to enhance the academic and social/emotional development of each assigned student according to the student's capacity for growth through the support of students, teachers, and administrators.
Responsibilities:
- Provide supervision and/or student support services in all environments of the school for activities including but not limited to recess, lunch, arrival, dismissal and field trips, as scheduled, and escorting students to designated areas throughout the building (activities, fire and crisis drills) with guidance from teaching/counseling/administrative staff.
- Adapt to varying needs of students. Perform other job-related tasks or duties at the discretion of administrators.
- Assist teacher(s) with such tasks as basic data entry, word processing, printing, and copying, as necessary.
Must possess the ability to:
Maintain flexibility in day-to-day priorities set to reflect changing student needs.
Maintain the high level of confidentiality and professionalism expected of the teaching staff.
Anticipate and effectively address unforeseen events associated with working with large groups of children.
Maintain positive relations with students, parents, staff and the public.
Specialty Area:
Passion for working with children/students.
Knowledge of child growth and development. Knowledge of basic learning strategies.
Knowledge of social emotional learning (SEL).
Knowledge of proper de-escalation strategies and restraint protocols.
Ability to work with diverse learning styles.
Ability to collaborate and participate as a member of a teaching team.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Able to move with students from one school environment to another.
Physical agility and strength, with proper safety protocols.
Additional Information:
Associates Degree in Psychology, Education or related area preferred.
An ESP is considered to be an Instructional Aide as defined in General Laws, Chapter 71, Section 38.
Salary/Benefits:
In accordance with the Bedford Education Support Professional Contract. $31.07/hour to $32.98/hour; Annualized for 184 work days at 6.75 hours/day, $38,594 to $40,956. Benefits are outlined at Benefits | Bedford Public Schools (bedfordps.org).
Bedford Public Schools are committed to hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse staff. We are relentless in our efforts to bolster equity, in both academic and work spaces, by fostering a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse employees and students have equitable access to the resources and opportunities needed to thrive personally, professionally, and academically.
School Committee Approved:
August 8, 2024
Position Type:
Part-time
Job Requirements
Benefits
- Dental Insurance