ELL Paraprofessional

Athol-Royalston Regional School District; The Street (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Athol-Royalston Middle School in Athol, MA is seeking an ELL Paraprofessional to support students with language needs and to assist teachers. The role focuses on creating a positive, inclusive learning environment and helping deliver a high-quality education program tailored to students' needs.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, 48 college credits or an Associate's Degree (or ParaPro score), and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 48 college credits or an Associate's Degree, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test.
• Excellent written and verbal abilities; bilingual preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional accommodations to support students with an equity lens and cultural relevance and sensitivity.
• Work as a team with classroom staff and the EL teacher to implement high-quality learning experiences for students.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal abilities

Bilingual preferred

ParaPro Assessment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 College Credits / Associate's Degree or ParaPro score

Job description

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ELL Paraprofessional

Athol-Royalston Regional School District Athol-Royalston Middle School - Athol, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5957781

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

ARRSD is looking to add a paraprofessional to our ELL team who puts our children first. We are committed to providing students with a positive learning environment focused on meeting the needs of all learners.

Paraprofessionals will assist teachers in delivering an innovative, high-quality education program designed to meet children's needs. Paraprofessionals will work with school staff to create an educational environment in which quality and continuity are key factors in educating the students.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Instructional accommodations to support students in accessing learning opportunities with an equity lens and cultural relevance and sensitivity
• Working as a team with classroom and other general educators and the EL teacher to implement high-quality learning experiences for students

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Athol-Royalston Middle School

ARMS Mission StatementPreparing students intellectually, socially, ethically, and physically to work collaboratively and competitively in the 21 st century.

Job Requirements

• Pass a CORI and fingerprinting requirements
  High School Diploma or GED
  Forty-eight (48) Credit Hours of College Coursework, an Associate's Degree, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test
  Excellent written and verbal abilities
  Bilingual Preferred
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Steven LaFountain , Assistant Principal
• 1062 Pleasant Street
• Athol, Massachusetts 01331
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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