A ParaProfessional, provides classroom  support for teachers.  You would be under the direct supervision of a certified staff member and assist professional staff with students in the classroom to meet academic goals and objectives and implement positive behavioral supports.

• High School Diploma or GED AND pass the Massachusetts-endorsed Assessments for Paraprofessional Assessments Test - ParaPro

• Have obtained an associate (or higher) degree, OR

• Have at least two years of post-secondary education that is equivalent to at least 48 credit hours from an accredited higher education institution

The ParaPro Assessment is a general aptitude test that is required in many states for paraprofessional certification. The test also offers school districts an objective assessment of your foundation of knowledge and skills; as well as the ability to apply these skills and knowledge to assist in classroom instruction.

What is a passing score?
To meet the hiring requirement in Massachusetts for public and charter schools, the candidate taking the test needs to score 464.

Everything you need to know about the ParaPro Assessment, from how and why the test was developed to registration, test day procedures, passing scores and more.