Long-Term Middle School Paraeducator – Impact & Support

Marlborough-Public-Schools; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Marlborough Public Schools is seeking a Long Term Substitute Paraeducator for Whitcomb Middle School in Marlborough, MA. The starting date is immediate for the 2026-2027 school year; salary is $110 per day, with duties assigned by the principal and special education staff.

Responsibilities include assisting in instruction and supervision, supporting students with IEPs/504 plans, and contributing to a safe, inclusive environment. Prior school experience and bilingual skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree, pass the Para-Pro test or completion of 48 undergraduate credits from an accredited college or university.
• Bilingual skills preferred; EL Paras require Spanish/Portuguese.
• Prefer prior experience with children in a school or similar setting.
• Must be a Team Player as a respectful part of a team in demonstrating constructive, collaborative behaviors.
• Able to lift twenty-five (25) pounds occasionally and transfer heavier amounts with assistance from other staff and/or student transfer apparatus.
• Good physical agility which requires frequent bending, sitting, standing, kneeling and lifting and occasional running.
• Able to work in both indoor and outdoor settings.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of student learners.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the instruction and supervision of students, supporting students academically, socially, and behaviorally in inclusion, small group, individual, or self-contained settings with direction from the teacher and/or special education staff.
• Support students with special needs by following provisions in IEPs/504 Plans.
• Assist students with test taking in administering tests and other assessments.
• Provide support that may include physical management and restraint procedures to ensure safety (training provided).
• Attend training and maintain certification in de-escalation and physical management techniques.
• Collect data for individual students and report concerns and progress information.
• Escort and supervise students to and from school facilities.
• Collaborate with special education, general education, ESL, or subject-area staff.
• Assist in establishing a positive learning environment and respond to individual needs.
• Assist with daily tasks such as eating, mobility, communication, dressing and toileting.

Skills

Team player

Bilingual Spanish/Portuguese

Education

Associate degree

Para-Pro test

48 undergraduate credits

Job description

Marlborough Public Schools is seeking a Long Term Substitute Paraeducator for Whitcomb Middle School in Marlborough, MA. The starting date is immediate for the 2026-2027 school year; salary is $110 per day, with duties assigned by the principal and special education staff.

Responsibilities include assisting in instruction and supervision, supporting students with IEPs/504 plans, and contributing to a safe, inclusive environment. Prior school experience and bilingual skills are valued.