1:1 Education Support Professional

Young World Physical Education; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Concord Middle School is seeking a caring, reliable education support professional to assist a medically complex student throughout the school day. You will work with the student’s team to support participation in classes, transitions, and routines, providing academic and health-related assistance as needed.

The role requires experience with students with disabilities, a calm and flexible approach, and strong collaboration with educators, nurses, and service providers.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with disabilities or medically complex needs.
• Calm, patient, and flexible approach.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to follow individualized routines and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized academic and medical-related support to a medically complex student.
• Collaborate with the student’s education team, teachers, related service providers, and school nurse.
• Assist with transitions, routines, and daily school activities.
• Support mobility as needed, including lifting, transferring, and positioning per plan.
• Implement accommodations and supports outlined in the IEP and education team.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism; communicate concerns to staff.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Patience

Strong communication

Collaboration

Ability to follow plans

Mobility support

Inclusion focus

Job description

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Concord Middle School - Concord, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

1:1 Education Support Professional

Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Concord Middle School - Concord, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5886578
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Concord Middle School is seeking a caring, reliable, and student-centered education support professional to support a medically complex student during the school day. This position will provide both academic and medical-related support to help the student access the school environment safely, meaningfully, and as independently as possible.
The individual will work closely with the student’s special education team, classroom teachers, related service providers, and school nurse to support the student’s participation in academic classes, transitions, routines, and daily school activities.
Salary Range: $26.18 - $31.93 per hour.
The following responsibilities may include:

• Providing individualized support to the student throughout the school day, including in general education and special education settings.
• Supporting the student’s academic engagement by helping with classwork, organization, task completion, communication, and participation.
• Assisting with transitions between classrooms and school activities.
• Supporting the student with mobility needs, including lifting, transferring, and positioning the student as needed, in accordance with training, safety procedures, and the student’s individualized plan.
• Implementing accommodations, modifications, and supports as outlined by the student’s IEP and educational team.
• Supporting the student’s independence, self-advocacy, and participation with peers whenever appropriate.
• Providing medical-related support under the direction and training of the school nurse and in accordance with the student’s health care plan.
• Monitoring the student’s needs throughout the day and communicating concerns promptly to the appropriate staff.
• Maintaining student confidentiality and demonstrating professionalism in all interactions.
• Collaborating with teachers, special educators, related service providers, and nursing staff to ensure consistency of support.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience working with students with disabilities and/or medically complex needs.
• A calm, patient, and flexible approach.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• The ability to follow individualized plans, routines, and safety procedures with consistency.
• Comfort supporting both academic access and health-related needs within the school setting.
• The physical ability to lift, transfer, and assist a student with mobility needs throughout the school day.
• A commitment to inclusion, dignity, and student independence.

Qualifications:

• Prior school-based experience preferred.
• Experience supporting students with significant disabilities, medical needs, or complex learning profiles strongly preferred.
• Willingness to participate in training related to the student’s educational, mobility, and medical support needs.
• Position Type: Full-time
• Salary: $26 to $31 Per Hour
• Job Categories:
• Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Welcome to Concord Middle School

Concord Public Schools' mission is to educate all students as lifelong learners, creative thinkers, caring citizens, and responsible contributors in our increasingly diverse global society. We embrace our diverse community regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, religion, disability—mental or physical —sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. We welcome, respect, value, and encourage our employees, students, and families to share their cultures with those they work, learn, and interact with, fostering a greater sense of cultural humility for all. We understand the commitment it takes to cultivate healthy learning and working environments that balance psychological safety with accountability.Our district is committed to hiring, mentoring, and retaining a racially diverse staff. We are intentional about increasing the representation of Educators of Color in teaching and leadership positions across our schools. We are relentless in our efforts to bolster equity in both academic and learning spaces by fostering a culture of equity, inclusivity, and belonging, and ensuring our employees and students have equitable access to resources and opportunities needed to thrive.We do not exclude from participation, deny the benefits of Concord Public Schools from or otherwise discriminate against, individuals based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin, or any other category protected by state or federal law in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs and activities (*race to include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles).

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Daniel Hausermann
• Old Marlboro Road
• Concord, Massachusetts 01742
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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