2026 Summer Programs - SPELL Elementary: Parent Paraprofessional Intern

Young World Physical Education; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

A local educational organization in Somerville seeks a Seasonal Parent Paraprofessional Intern for the SPELL Summer Program. This role requires supervising children, supporting language development activities, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates should have experience in educational settings and possess bilingual communication skills. The position is full-time during the summer from July 6 to July 31, 2026, with a pay rate of $25 per hour from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children required.
• Bilingual/multilingual skills preferred.
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during educational activities.
• Ensure a safe and healthy environment.
• Collaborate with staff and maintain a reliable schedule.

Skills

Experience supervising children in informal and formal settings

Ability to support children in learning activities

Ability to supervise children in recreation activities

Ability to collaborate and function effectively as a team member

Ability to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children

Reliable and ability to maintain a schedule

Bilingual/multilingual communication skills

Job description

2026 Summer Programs - SPELL Elementary: Parent Paraprofessional Intern

Somerville Public Schools ALBERT F ARGENZIANO SCHOOL - Somerville, Massachusetts (Open in Google Maps)

This job is also posted in Somerville Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5562882

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Program Goal Summer Partners for Language and Learning (SPELL) provides Multilingual Learners theme-based language development activities in the morning and enrichment experiences provided by community partners in the afternoon.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supervising children in informal and formal settings
• Ability to support children in learning activities
• Ability to supervise children in recreation activities
• Ability to collaborate and function effectively as a team member
• Ability to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
• Reliable and ability to maintain a schedule
• Bilingual/multilingual and ability to communicate with diverse students and families

Terms of Employment:

• Seasonal/Yearly Appointment
• Summer School Program Schedule: July 6, 2026 - July 31, 2026
• Rate: $25.00 per hour
• Monday through Friday, 8 am – 1 pm
• SPELL program professional development for all SPELL staff will take place in the last week of June or first week of July.

Reports to: MLE Director, Director for SPELL Elementary Program, & Assistant Director for SPELL Elementary Program

The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Position Type: Seasonal - Yearly appointment

Salary: $25 to $25 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Paulina Mitropoulos, MLE Director
• CENTRAL OFFICE
• Email: [e-mail]