Long Term Substitute Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide (Instructional)

Whitman--hanson-Regional-School-Distric; Hanson (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitman-Hanson Regional School District is seeking a Long Term Substitute Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide (Instructional) at Indian Head Elementary in Hanson, MA. This role supports teachers and students, aiding in education and social development under guidance.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and either an Associate degree or 48 college credits, or MA-endorsed assessments such as ParaPro or WorkKeys.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• An Associate’s (or higher) degree; OR
• Evidence of completion of 48 credit hours at an Institution of Higher Education; OR
• Evidence of completion of one of the formal Massachusetts-endorsed assessments: ParaPro or WorkKeys

Responsibilities

• Assist in the education and social development of students under the direction and guidance of general or special education teachers.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for students and monitor progress.
• Provide support for identified students both inside and outside the classroom to enable them to participate in activities.
• Assist in administration of state/district wide assessments
• Implement special strategies as required by supervisor
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Performs all clerical duties as directed by supervisor
• Manage student behavior under the direction of supervisor
• Demonstrates personal career development through in-service/other training opportunities as provided by the Whitman-Hanson Regional School District

Education

Associate degree

48 college credits

Job description

Long Term Substitute Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide (Instructional)

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5927654
• Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Posted: Sep 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Sep 18, 2026

Job Description

Job Description -

• A high school diploma or equivalent,
• AND
• An Associate’s (or higher) degree; OR
• Evidence of completion of 48 credit hours at an Institution of Higher Education; OR
• Evidence of completion of one of the formal Massachusetts-endorsed assessments: ParaPro or WorkKeys

Reports To: Building Principal or Designee

This job description outlines the general duties that the instructional paraprofessional will be expected to complete. However, the job duties described may vary or be amended from time to time without changing the level of responsibility associated with the job. Duties may also vary depending upon the age of students served as well as the nature and severity of students’ disability.

The primary purpose of instructional paraprofessionals is to support both teachers and students in activities directly related to education. Essential functions of instructional paraprofessionals include:

• Assist in the education and social development of students under the direction and guidance of general or special education teachers.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for students and monitor progress.
• Provide support for identified students both inside and outside the classroom to enable them to participate in activities.
• Assist in administration of state/district wide assessments
• Implement special strategies as required by supervisor
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Performs all clerical duties as directed by supervisor
• Manages student behavior under the direction of supervisor
• Demonstrates personal career development through in-service/other training opportunities as provided by the Whitman-Hanson Regional School District

Other Potential Duties Depending on Assignment

• Be capable of physically assisting students with special needs as required (positioning, lifting, transferring, crisis prevention, etc.)
• Assisting students with transition to/from transportation
• All other duties as assigned

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jennifer Kroese , Admin Assistant to Superintendent
• 610 Franklin Street
• Whitman, Massachusetts 02382
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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