Special Education Paraprofessional

Special Education Paraprofessional

26–27 School Year and Beyond

Location: Opportunities Across Multiple Districts

Schedule: Varies per assignment, typically Monday–Friday, school hours

Pay: $19–$23 per hour (based on assignment and experience)

Make a meaningful impact in schools while building a career you’re proud of. Ro Health is hiring dedicated Paraprofessionals to support students across Massachusetts for the 2026–2027 school year and beyond.

As a Paraprofessional, you’ll work directly with students in school settings, providing individualized academic, behavioral, therapeutic, and social-emotional support throughout the school day. You’ll work alongside teachers, BCBAs, and other school professionals to help students participate in learning, build independence, navigate challenges, and make meaningful progress toward their individual goals.

By joining Ro Health, you’ll become part of a team invested in both student success and your professional growth. Our partnerships with school districts across Massachusetts provide access to a variety of school-based opportunities, ongoing support, and opportunities to grow your experience in education, behavioral support, and other school-based roles.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide direct 1:1 or small-group support to students with disabilities and other individualized learning needs.
• Support students with academic, behavioral, therapeutic, social-emotional, communication, and daily living skills based on their individual needs.
• Implement strategies and accommodations outlined in students’ IEPs, behavior plans, and other individualized supports.
• Reinforce positive behavior and help students develop skills for self-regulation, communication, independence, and successful participation in the classroom.
• Monitor and document student behavior, progress, and responses to interventions.
• Support students during classroom activities, transitions, social interactions, and other school routines.
• Collaborate with teachers, BCBAs, specialists, and other school team members to provide consistent and effective support.
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment where students can succeed.
• Communicate relevant observations and student progress with the appropriate members of the school team.

Why Join Ro Health?

School-Based Opportunities: Work directly with students in public schools, collaboratives, and specialized educational settings across Massachusetts.

Dedicated Support: Receive ongoing guidance from a supportive team, including access to clinical and behavioral expertise when appropriate to your assignment.

Career Development: Build experience in education and behavioral support while exploring opportunities to grow into ABA and other school-based roles.

Reliable Support: Have a team available to help you navigate your assignment, school expectations, and any challenges that arise.

Streamlined Onboarding: Receive hands-on support with credentialing, onboarding, and getting started in your assignment.

Flexibility: Explore full-time and part-time opportunities with schedules that fit your availability and goals.

Weekly Pay & Transparent Rates: Receive competitive pay with clear communication about compensation and expectations.

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits and retirement options are available for eligible employees.

What You’ll Need:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience working with children, students with disabilities, or neurodivergent individuals preferred
• Experience in a school, camp, childcare, behavioral, or caregiving setting is a plus
• Strong communication, patience, reliability, and a commitment to supporting students
• Ability to pass required state and federal background checks and fingerprinting

Make a Meaningful Difference. 

As a Paraprofessional, the support you provide can make a lasting difference in a student’s ability to learn, communicate, build relationships, and become more independent. At Ro Health, you’ll have access to meaningful school-based opportunities and a team that supports you while you do work that matters.

Apply today to explore current and upcoming Paraprofessional opportunities.

mabehavioral@rohealth.com | 617-207-7630

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