Elementary Paraeducator: Student Support & Inclusion

Chelmsford Public Schools; North Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Paraeducator to support students in general and special education settings, including 1:1 work with students and small-group support. The role includes assisting with daily classroom routines and implementing accommodations under teacher supervision.

A candidate should have an associates degree or college credits, knowledge of diverse disabilities, and familiarity with school procedures and data collection. Toileting assistance may be 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.

Responsibilities

• Work with elementary school children, 1:1 with students or in small groups.
• Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally, socially in the school setting.
• Assist students with toileting as needed.
• Follow directions and implement accommodations and modifications as directed by teachers and related service providers.
• Collect data consistently.

Education

Associates degree

Job description

Chelmsford Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Paraeducator to support students in general and special education settings, including 1:1 work with students and small-group support. The role includes assisting with daily classroom routines and implementing accommodations under teacher supervision.

A candidate should have an associates degree or college credits, knowledge of diverse disabilities, and familiarity with school procedures and data collection. Toileting assistance may be required.