1:1 Middle School Paraeducator — Impact & Equity

Assabet Valley Collaborative Orchard Street Academy; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay range: $22/hour to $37/hour

Paid leave: 10 sick days and 3个人al 3

Tuition Reimbursement

Stipend for paras

Health insurance contributions

Pension/retirement plans

Job summary

Assabet Valley Collaborative Orchard Street Academy in Marlborough, MA seeks a dedicated Middle School Paraeducator to support one student and contribute to a responsive, equity-minded learning environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and families, data-informed planning, behavior support, and respectful communication. Competitive hourly pay and full benefits are provided.

Schedule is 185 days, 8:00 am–3:00 pm, with opportunities for summer work and professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Post-secondary learning: college, work, military, or specialized training experience preferred.
• Collaborates with others and plans for effective outcomes.
• Has demonstrated a commitment to educational equity.
• Ability to thrive within a team while also being able to work independently.
• Experience working in schools, nonprofits, human service organizations.
• Ability to support students in developing problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to provide and receive feedback and engage in honest and authentic conversations with peers/staff.
• Flexible and versatile - able to support many different components of our school community.
• Identifies problems as well as opportunities and take initiative to find the best path forward.
• A reflective learner through verbalizing self-awareness and seeking to learn and refine your skill set.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Bilingual or multilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 student support throughout the school day, including instruction and activities.
• Implement and collect data on the student's learning plans (IEP, behavior, etc.).
• Monitor, supervise, and assist the student during classes, transitions, meals, arrival, and dismissal.
• Assist with calming, coping, and deescalating as needed.
• Accompany and support the student in community-based activities including field trips and gym.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary training preferred

Job description

Assabet Valley Collaborative Orchard Street Academy in Marlborough, MA seeks a dedicated Middle School Paraeducator to support one student and contribute to a responsive, equity-minded learning environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and families, data-informed planning, behavior support, and respectful communication. Competitive hourly pay and full benefits are provided.

Schedule is 185 days, 8:00 am–3:00 pm, with opportunities for summer work and professional development.