Long Term Substitute Paraeducator - Marlborough High School

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

Job summary

Marlborough Public Schools seeks a Long Term Substitute Paraeducator for Marlborough High School in Marlborough, MA. This role supports students in inclusion and targeted settings under guidance from teachers and special education staff.

The position runs for the 2026-2027 school year at a daily rate of $110, with immediate start through January 29, 2027. Candidates should have an Associate degree or ParaPro eligibility and prefer bilingual abilities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• Pass the ParaPro test or 48 undergraduate credits from an accredited college/university.
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish and/or Portuguese).
• Prefer prior experience with children in a school or similar setting.
• Must be a Team Player and collaborative with staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the instruction and supervision of students in inclusion, small group, or whole-class settings.
• Support students with IEPs/504 Plans.
• Assist in administering standardized and curriculum-based assessments.
• Provide safety and crisis management following approved procedures.
• Attend training and maintain certification in de-escalation and physical management techniques.
• Collect data on individual students and report progress.
• Escort and supervise students to and from facilities.
• Promote a positive learning environment and support diverse learners.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/Portuguese)

Team player

Strong communication

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Education

Associate degree

Para-Pro test or 48 undergraduate credits

Job description

Long Term Substitute Paraeducator - Marlborough High School

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Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title:

Long Term Substitute Paraeducator -Marlborough High School

School Year:

2026 - 2027

Salary:

$110.00 per day

Ancipated Dates of Employment:

As soon as possible - January 29, 2027

Organizational Relationshipor Line of Authority:

Works under Principal and/or his/her designee and is directed by designated special education staff to support students in special education and Executive Director ofSpecial Education for overall functions

• Assist in the instruction and supervision of students, supporting students academically, socially, and behaviorally in the inclusion, small group, individual, or sub separate setting with direction from the classroom teacher and/or special education teacher, service provider or administrator.
• Support students with special needs by following provisions specified in their IEPs/504 Plans.
• Assist students with test taking in administering standardized and non-standardized tests/curriculum based measures and other assessments.
• Provide support that may include physical management such as crisis management or taking action or assisting educators, school crisis team and/or administrators in restraining students who are at risk of harming themselves or others by following school/district approved restraint procedures to ensure safety of student and others (training provided).
• Attend training and maintain certification in de-escalation and physical management techniques.
• Collect data for individual students and report concerns and/or progress information on students.
• Escort and supervise students to and from various school facilities and areas.
• Take initiative to work collaboratively with special education, general education, English learner or subject area education teachers and related service staff.
• Assist in establishing a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students.
• Assist students with common daily tasks such as eating, mobility, communication, dressing and toileting, including diapering.
• Lifts and carries certain learners who need support.
• Promote independence for students with disabilities.
• Safeguard confidential information to ensure compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Responsible for other general duties as indicated by the teacher, principal, supervisors/directors, directives of the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee, and policies of the Marlborough School Committee.

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 preferred (Spanish and/or 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 the following: 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 of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the Marlborough Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability in its education programs, services, activities, or employment practices.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $110 to $110 Per Day

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Gifted & Talented

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Special Education > Mentally Disabled

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Special Education > Multiple Disabilities

Special Education > Severe/Profound Disabilities

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Substitute > Substitute

Substitute > Substitute: Instructional

Substitute > Substitute: Paraprofessional

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sarah Casey , Principal
• Marlborough High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]