Elementary Paraeducator: Classroom Support & Student Growth

Northampton-Public-Schools; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Northampton Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator at Leeds Elementary School in Leeds, MA. The role runs 32.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:25 a.m. to 2:25 p.m., with an hourly pay rate of $24.92-$31.44 based on experience.

Starting date is immediate for the 2026-2027 school year. The position requires a high school diploma and preferably an associate degree or 48 college credits, plus experience with children. CORI/SAFIS checks are required upon hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates’ degree or 48 college credits preferred.
• Experience working with children.
• Professional development as required.
• ParaPro certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists professional personnel in instructional assignments and classroom management.
• Supports individual and small groups in instructional and social settings.
• Assists students with personal care and daily living skills.
• Provides general supervision of students within and outside the school building.
• Maintains records for assigned tasks and monitors student work.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Reading/writing/math support

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates’ degree or 48 credits preferred

Tools

Computers and office equipment

Job description

Northampton Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator at Leeds Elementary School in Leeds, MA. The role runs 32.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:25 a.m. to 2:25 p.m., with an hourly pay rate of $24.92-$31.44 based on experience.

Starting date is immediate for the 2026-2027 school year. The position requires a high school diploma and preferably an associate degree or 48 college credits, plus experience with children. CORI/SAFIS checks are required upon hire.