Paraprofessional (Waypoint Academy)

Cape Cod Collaborative Overview

The Cape Cod Collaborative is an educational organization providing a full range of instructional and support services to the students, parents and public school staff of our 20 member districts, whose needs are best addressed through a multi-district effort. Our student services include: alternative education programs for low incident, special needs populations; programs for the multi-handicapped; therapy and services for students requiring specialized support; and a full range of transportation services for both the special needs and general education population. We coordinate collegial sharing opportunities for various professional groups, conduct executive searches and offer a wide range of professional development and training opportunities for the educators and support personnel of our member districts. #WeAreOneCollaborative

We are seeking Paraprofessionals for Waypoint Academy, a Collaborative public day school in South Yarmouth. Experience with students with disabilities and / or behavioral challenges is preferred.

Job Description

We are seeking Paraprofessionals for the Waypoint Academy, a Collaborative public day school in South Yarmouth. Experience with students with disabilities and / or behavioral challenges is preferred.

The Collaborative supports students with significant learning challenges by supporting student strengths and building independence.

Waypoint Academy in South Yarmouth is an alternative education setting supporting middle and high school students with behavior, social and learning challenges.

Performance Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Work with students on academics, social skills, life skills, activities of daily living, and vocational tasks

Ability to work in a team format

Ability to physically handle interventions with students and / or lifting, students with significant needs

Ability to work with students with behavioral challenges

Demonstration of positive communication skills

Reports to : Waypoint Academy Program Director

Location: Waypoint Academy 1175 Route 28, South Yarmouth, MA 02664

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package.

Learn more about the Cape Cod Collaborative here .