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Wakefield Memorial High School

Paraprofessional - Autism Program (High School)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $63,159/yr

Posted: 07/13/2026

Location: Wakefield, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/6/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$41,845 / year median in Massachusetts

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Paraprofessional - Autism Program (High School) Wakefield Public Schools Wakefield Memorial High School - Wakefield, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Wakefield Public Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5841476

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Jul 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 31, 2026 Job Description

Qualifications:

Minimum High school diploma/GED; Associated Degree or higher preferred Experience working with high school students with Autism highly preferred Excellent oral, written, and communication skills

Duties & Responsibilites:

Assist the lead teacher in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to students with ASD. Provide direct support to students during classroom activities, ensuring accommodations and modifications are effectively applied. Facilitate social skills development by modeling appropriate interactions and supporting peer engagement. Support students with communication challenges using alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) tools and strategies. Monitor and document student progress, behavior, and performance data as directed by the teacher. Assist with classroom management by implementing behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and de-escalation techniques. Collaborate with the special education team, including teachers, therapists, and other paraprofessionals, to support student needs. Assist students with personal care tasks, such as feeding, toileting, and hygiene, as needed. Prepare and organize classroom materials and resources to support instructional activities. Maintain a safe and positive learning environment by adhering to school policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$27.63 to $33.10 Per Hour