Extended School Year Paraeducators - Preschool/Elementary 4 WEEKS

Young World Physical Education; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 23,139 - 32,956; Part time

Job summary

A local education provider in Chelmsford is seeking part-time paraeducators for the Summer 2026 Extended School Year Special Education Program for students in preschool and elementary. Candidates should have experience working with students with disabilities and will support teachers in the classroom. The program runs from July 6 to July 30, 2026, Monday to Thursday, offering competitive pay at $20.36 per hour. Flexible duties required based on classroom needs.

Qualifications

• Ability to work all 4 weeks of the program preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Support teacher(s) in the classroom by taking direction.
• Assist with tasks as required during the program.

Skills

Experience working with students with disabilities

Demonstrating flexibility with duties

Ability to assist with toileting

Job description

Extended School Year Paraeducators - Preschool/Elementary 4 WEEKS

Job ID: 5593786

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 6, 2026

Job Description

Part-time: Summer 2026 Extended School Year Special Education Program - Paraeducators Needed

Levels: Preschool and Elementary

Location: Center Elementary School

Dates: July 6 - July 30, 2026

Program is Monday - Thursday (no programming on Fridays)

Preschool hours = 7:45 AM - 12:15 PM (may work with two groups of students)

Elementary hours = 7:45 AM - 12:15 PM

Qualified candidates will have experience/training working with students with disabilities

Support teacher(s) in the classroom by taking direction and demonstrating flexibility with duties and responsibilities

May be required to assist with toileting

Position Type: Summer

Salary: $20.36 per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Ability to work all 4 weeks of the program preferred. Note: All positions are contingent upon the number of students enrolled.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Application Questions

• 1. Please indicate the level/program you prefer to work - preschool or elementary. Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)
• 2. 1) How did you hear about this open position?2) Have you previously been employed by Chelmsford Public Schools? If yes, please list previous position(s). Brief Response (Answer limited to 200 characters, including spaces)

Contact Information

• Amy Matson , Assistant Director of Student Services
• 230 North Road
• Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]