Cat. 3 Paraeducator Life Skills

PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth Public Schools Federal Furnace Elementary School in Plymouth, Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated Cat. 3 Paraeducator Life Skills to support students with diverse abilities.

You will assist teachers, supervise students, help implement IEP/504 plans, and maintain a safe, respectful classroom during core instruction and transitions. Starting date is Oct 26, 2026, with varied full- and part-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Positions require compliance with DESE regulations and ability to work with diverse student populations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom and specialist teachers as needed.
• Work with one or more students on educational tasks designated by the teacher.
• Review student work under supervision.
• Supervise students during instructional activities and transitions.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and refer issues to the classroom teacher.
• Support and supervise students throughout the school day (assemblies, recess, etc.).
• Participate in regular professional development as requested.

Job description

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Cat. 3 Paraeducator Life Skills

Plymouth Public Schools Federal Furnace Elementary School - Plymouth, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5953291

Application Deadline: Oct 14, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 26, 2026

Job Description

TITLE: SPECIALIST SUPPORT
CATEGORY 3 - PARAEDUCATOR
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 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.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Varied based on student and district need; full time and part time opportunities available - school calendar year.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the School Committee’s policy on the evaluation of support personnel.
SALARY:
Per current EAPC Paraeducator contract
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $23 to $26 Per Hour
Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stacey Perry
• 860 Federal Furnace Road
• Plymouth, Massachusetts 02360
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]