Elementary Paraeducator — Inspire & Support Students

Chelmsfordschools; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools - Harrington Elementary School in North Chelmsford, MA is accepting applications for an Elementary Paraeducator for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves 1:1 support and small-group work, assisting in general education and special education settings. Starting date is immediately.

Qualifications include an Associate degree or equivalent, with knowledge of disabilities and special education procedures. Citizenship or work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree, some college credit or passing the paraeducator test.
• Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities.
• 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 Elementary School level.
• 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.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education coordinator, and Director of Student Services.

Responsibilities

• A team player to work as a paraeducator providing academic support for students in general education and special education settings.
• Candidate will work with elementary school children, demonstrate a positive attitude and work well as a member of a team.
• Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues, and provide ongoing support and direction to students.

Skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Relationship building

Data collection

Education

Associate degree

Some college credit or paraeducator test

Job description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Harrington Elementary School in North Chelmsford, MA is accepting applications for an Elementary Paraeducator for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves 1:1 support and small-group work, assisting in general education and special education settings. Starting date is immediately.

Qualifications include an Associate degree or equivalent, with knowledge of disabilities and special education procedures. Citizenship or work authorization is required.