Full-Time Special Education Paraprofessional — Empower Students

L. D. Batchelder Elementary School; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

L. D. Batchelder Elementary School in North Reading, MA is seeking full-time Special Education Paraprofessionals to support students throughout the school day for the 2026-2027 school year.

The role requires collaboration with licensed staff, assistance with IEPs, behavior support, and classroom supervision. Strong communication and a commitment to diversity are valued, with benefits outlined in the district contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2+ years of relevant experience preferred
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Assist and support professional staff in implementing the Individualized Education Program for students and other special education programming
• Support in the implementation of curriculum modifications for specified students
• Provide physical assistance to students with disabilities as required
• Facilitate establishing and maintaining standards of student behavior
• Support teacher with preparation of instructional materials
• Collaborate on school-based supervision of arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, bus duty, and/or classrooms
• Cover general office duties as needed
• Provide assistance to the principal and staff in the daily management of the school
• Substitute at all grade levels as requested
• Assume other duties/responsibilities as designated by the Principal, Teacher, and/or Designee

Skills

Excellent oral and written comms

Ability to multi-task

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

L. D. Batchelder Elementary School in North Reading, MA is seeking full-time Special Education Paraprofessionals to support students throughout the school day for the 2026-2027 school year.

The role requires collaboration with licensed staff, assistance with IEPs, behavior support, and classroom supervision. Strong communication and a commitment to diversity are valued, with benefits outlined in the district contract.