Cat. 3 Paraeducator CARE Program

PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth Public Schools West Elementary School in Plymouth, Massachusetts is seeking a Cat. 3 Paraeducator CARE Program to support students and teachers throughout the school day.

The role involves assisting the classroom and specialists, supervising students, and implementing individual safety and education plans as part of a collaborative educational team. Starting August 25, 2026, the position is full-time and requires strong communication, reliability, and a supportive approach to students

Qualifications

• Highly Qualified as per DESE regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students of varying abilities and backgrounds.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to follow safety and behavioral guidelines, including IEP/504 considerations.
• Trained in non-violent crisis intervention preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher and specialists as needed.
• Support students in educational tasks and classroom activities.
• Review student work under teacher direction.
• Supervise students during instructional periods and transitions.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and data.
• Support behavior management under supervision.
• Escort students to and from transportation safely.
• Collect data on student performance and behavior as directed.
• Report incidents to supervising staff promptly.
• Participate in TEAM meetings as requested.
• Follow individual student safety and care plans (IEP/504).
• Assist in various school settings (small group, recess, lunch, field trips).
• Work independently and exercise sound judgment in the moment.
• Provide supervision throughout the school day as needed.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Ability to work with diverse students

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention awareness

Job description

Cat. 3 Paraeducator CARE Program

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Job Details

Job ID: 5885142

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 25, 2026

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Highly Qualified as per DESE regulations.
2. Proven ability to work with children with a variety of abilities in a polite and friendly manner and relate to a variety of constituencies, including but not limited to: administrators, parents, teachers, students, other school staff and visitors.
3. Possess good communication skills both verbal and written.
4. Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
5. Must be trained/trainable in and maintain non-violent crisis intervention model.
6. A sense of humor and a proven ability to work in a polite and friendly manner with all staff members, students, and with the larger educational community.
7. Such alternative to the above qualifications as the school department may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO:

Building principal, Special Education administrator or designee, supervising Special Education teacher, related service providers, and/or general education classroom/specialist teacher(s).

JOB GOALS:

1. To assist teachers in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program.
2. Provide a safe and supportive educational environment for all students and staff as well as providing classroom support to teachers and students.

PREFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):

1. Assists the classroom/specialist teacher as needed.
2. Work on educational tasks with one or more students as designated by the teacher.
3. Assists in reviewing student work which is objective in nature and under the direction of the classroom teacher.
4. Assists in the supervision of students during instructional activities and transitional periods.
5. Maintains confidentiality of student records and respects the confidential nature of the classroom and will refer to the classroom teacher if a problem arises.
6. Accepts work assignments with any student(s) in the classroom as designated.
7. Assists the supervising teacher in the setting and maintaining reasonable standards of behavior and performance.
8. Escorts children to and from transportation in a safe and responsible manner as directed by the supervising teacher.
9. Assists the supervising teacher in collecting data on student performance, goals and behavior.
10. Reports all student accidents and/or incidents to the supervising teacher immediately or as soon as possible.
11. Some clerical responsibilities as requested by cooperating teacher.
12. Attend TEAM meetings when requested.
13. Follows individual student safety plans, IEP's, 504's, health care plans, etc.
14. Works with students in a variety of school/classroom settings (small group, classroom, recess, lunch, transitions, field trips, etc.).
15. Ability to work independently and make good judgments "in the moment."
16. Provides support and supervision throughout the entire school day (assemblies, recess, specialists, etc.).
17. Participates in regular professional development offered both in and out of the district as requested. (full-time paraeducators)
18. Exposure to aggression and/or bodily fluids is an expected outcome of this position.
19. Will assist students with activities of daily living as needed (feeding, toileting, etc.).
20. Performs such other duties or tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be designated or assigned by immediate supervisors.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of those in this classification.

Position Type:

Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jill Duggan
• 170 Plympton Road
• Plymouth, Massachusetts 02360
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]