Middle School ABA Paraprofessional - McCarthy Middle School

Chelmsfordschools; Chelmsford (MA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools in McCarthy Middle School is seeking an ABA Paraprofessional to support middle school students in academic, social, and communication tasks within the school setting.

The selected candidate will follow and implement curriculum and behavioral support plans, collect data consistently, and collaborate with teachers, a BCBA, and related service providers. ABA training is required or district will provide training. Citizenship, residency, or work visa is required.

Qualifications

• ABA training is required or district can provide ABA training.
• High school diploma and minimum of 2 years of college.
• Knowledge and understanding of ASD disability.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Knowledge of special education procedures.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the identified school level: elementary, middle or high school.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
• Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally, socially in the school setting
• Assist students with toileting as needed
• Ability to follow directions and implement accommodations and modifications as directed by teachers and related service providers
• Ability to collect data consistently
• Ability to consistently follow and implement a behavior support plan.

Responsibilities

• Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally, socially in the school setting
• Follow and implement behavior support plans
• Assist students with data collection and progress monitoring
• Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team of teachers, BCBA, and related service providers

Skills

ABA knowledge

Data collection

Team collaboration

Behavior support

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Two years of college

Job description

Chelmsford Public Schools McCarthy Middle School - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Middle School ABA Paraprofessional - McCarthy Middle School

Chelmsford Public Schools McCarthy Middle School - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5834831

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Anticipated Vacancy for the 2026- 2027 School Year

The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following vacancy. The district reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position: ABA Paraprofessional

Location: McCarthy Middle School

Description: The successful candidate will work with middle school students with to support them in academic, social, and communication tasks in the school setting. Follow and implement curriculum and behavioral support plans. Collect data consistently for students assigned. Interest in working with students with exceptionalities is required and work with an Applied Behavior Analysis approach is preferred. Work as part of an interdisciplinary team of teachers, BCBA, and related service providers.

Qualifications

• Must be ABA trained (Applied Behavior Analysis) District can/will provide ABA training.
• High school diploma and minimum of 2 years of college
• Knowledge and understanding of ASD disability.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Knowledge of special education procedures.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the identified school level: elementary, middle or high school.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
• Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally, socially in the school setting
• Assist students with toileting as needed
• Ability to follow directions and implement accommodations and modifications as directed by teachers and related service providers
• Ability to collect data consistently
• Ability to consistently follow and implement a behavior support plan.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education coordinator, and Director of Student Services.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $25,281 to $25,281 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Autism

Welcome to McCarthy Middle School

The C. Edith McCarthy Middle School is one of two middle schools in Chelmsford. Providing education for about 940 students from grades 7-8, we are one of the largest middle schools in the Merrimack Valley. Our staff is committed to creating a learning environment in which all students feel safe and secure and are able to reach their fullest academic and social potential. We believe our school community has the capacity to thrive academically, socially, physically and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment where trust and respect are valued. We believe learning is a continuous process that must be meaningful and encourage growth through creative thinking, collaboration, communication, inquiry, problem-solving and self-reflection. We believe students, parents, teachers, staff and community members must work cooperatively and be held accountable for setting high standards that ensure students’ learning and growth. We believe in a school community that works collaboratively to develop knowledgeable, contributing and respectful citizens.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• We are seeking a team player to work in our specialized programs. Candidate must be able to attend and complete ABA training as part of this assignment. Successful candidate will have a positive attitude and must work well as a member of a team. Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues and provide ongoing support and direction to students.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required