ABA Paraprofessional — Middle School Support Specialist

Chelmsfordschools; Chelmsford (MA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools is seeking an ABA Paraprofessional for Parker Middle School in Chelmsford, MA. The role involves working 1:1 or in small groups with students who have Autism Spectrum Disorders, with ABA training preferred or required.

Training will be provided for the right candidate, and duties include supporting students academically, emotionally, and behaviorally within both sub-separate and inclusion settings. The position starts on August 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be ABA trained or willing to be trained.
• Knowledge and understanding of ASD disability.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Knowledge of special education procedures.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the identified school level: elementary, middle or high school.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
• Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally, socially in the school setting.
• Assist students with toileting as needed.
• Ability to follow directions and implement accommodations and modifications as directed by teachers and related service providers.
• Ability to collect data consistently.
• Ability to consistently implement procedures of a behavior support plan.

Responsibilities

• Work with students with autism spectrum disorders in 1:1 and/or small groups.
• Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally, and socially.
• Assist in implementing behavior plans and accommodations.
• Assist with data collection and progress monitoring.
• Attend ABA training as required and collaborate with teachers and staff.

Skills

ABA training

ASD knowledge

Classroom procedures

Special education procedures

Student support

Data collection

Behavior plan procedures

Teamwork

Toileting assistance

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Chelmsford Public Schools is seeking an ABA Paraprofessional for Parker Middle School in Chelmsford, MA. The role involves working 1:1 or in small groups with students who have Autism Spectrum Disorders, with ABA training preferred or required.

Training will be provided for the right candidate, and duties include supporting students academically, emotionally, and behaviorally within both sub-separate and inclusion settings. The position starts on August 31, 2026.