BERKSHIRE HILLS REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Great Barrington    Stockbridge   West Stockbridge

08/19/2024

Position:                        Paraprofessional

                          W.E.B. Du Bois Regional Middle School

Requirements/Qualifications:          

Associates Degree or High School Diploma with a passing grade on Paraprofessional exam.  Demonstrated experience and/or willingness for working with students with Special Needs, IEPs and behavior plans.  De-escalation training preferred.  Demonstrated experience working with students with multiple disabilities. Demonstrated experience implementing behavior intervention plans, positive behavior supports and data collection.  Demonstrated ability to support students’ independence through use of communication devices (such as iPads) and assistive technology (such as wheelchairs, adapted bicycles, adapted silverware, etc.) Demonstrated ability to assist students with personal hygiene needs.  Demonstrated ability to maintain composure and professionalism in response to complex medical situations.  May require lifting of up to sixty (60) pounds. Demonstrated experience with Adult Vocational/Job Coaching. Other qualifications as established by the District.             

Start Date:      As Soon As Possible  

(School Year Position: paid for 6 ½ hrs./day for a workday of 7/hr./day with ½ hour unpaid lunch)

Application Deadline: September 3, 2024 preferred ( remaining open until filled)

To Apply:   Please use the following link to complete and submit an application packet: https://bhrsd.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx (A complete packet includes: application, resume, Associates Degree Transcript and 3 written letters of reference.)  If questions please contact:  BHRSD Human Resources Dept.

Phone: (413) 298-4017 ext. 719 or email: doreen.twiss@bhrsd.org

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