Long Term Substitute Paraeducator - Whitcomb Middle School

Whitcomb Middle School; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitcomb Middle School in Marlborough, MA is seeking a Long Term Substitute Paraeducator to support students with special needs under the direction of teachers and administrators. The role involves assisting in instruction, behavior support, data collection, and collaboration with the special education staff.

Requirements include an Associate degree or 48 college credits, and completion of the ParaPro test.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, pass the Para-Pro test or 48 undergraduate credits.
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish and/or Portuguese) and bilingual for EL Paras.
• Prefer prior experience with children in a school or similar setting.
• Must be a team player and collaborative.
• Able to lift 25 pounds occasionally and transfer heavier amounts with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction and supervision of students in various settings under guidance from teachers or administrators.
• Support students with IEPs/504 Plans.
• Assist in administering tests and assessments.
• Follow de-escalation and physical management techniques training.
• Collect data on individual students and report progress.

Skills

Team player

Bilingual

Physical agility

Education

Associate degree

ParaPro / 48 credits

Job description

Long Term Substitute Paraeducator - Whitcomb Middle School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5891928
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Job Title:

Long Term Substitute Paraeducator - 1LT Charles W. Whitcomb Middle School

School Year:

2026 - 2027

Salary:

$110.00 per day

Ancipated Dates of Employment:

August 24, 2026 - TBD

Organizational Relationship or 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 Director of Student Services for overall functions

Statement of Duties:

• 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) and bilingual (Spanish and/or Portuguese) required for EL Paras.
• 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
Job Categories:

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

• Tara Sobaleski , Principal
• Whitcomb Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]