Para Educator

Onward Education; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits package.

Access to network of schools and vast;

Streamlined hiring process

Ongoing communication and advocacy

Personalized recruiting support

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Onward Education is seeking a dedicated Para Educator to join a school in Franklin County, MA for the 2026-2027 school year. This in-person, full-time role supports classroom instruction and student engagement.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate degree or equivalent coursework, 1+ year of relevant experience (preferred), and the ability to maintain professional discretion with student information. Start ASAP with end date of June 17, 2027.

Qualifications

• Meets NCLB "Highly Qualified" requirements.
• Associate degree or equivalent coursework and at least 1 year of relevant experience (preferred).
• Ability to handle sensitive student information with professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with students and adults in a school setting.
• Demonstrated reliability, strong attention to detail, and consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction by helping educators deliver lessons and learning activities throughout the school day.
• Provide targeted support to individual students or small groups to reinforce learning and classroom routines.
• Partner with teachers and related staff to help maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for students.
• Assist with student supervision and behavior support strategies, including participating in approved safety interventions when needed.
• Prepare and organize classroom spaces, supplies, and instructional materials as directed by the teaching team.

Skills

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Reliability

Discretion

Education

Associate degree or equivalent coursework

Job description

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that connects educators, therapists, and school health professionals with top opportunities in schools statewide. We're currently seeking a full-time, in-person Para Educator to support a school in Franklin County, MA for the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Details:

• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: June 17, 2027
• Location: Franklin County, MA
• On-site, 32.5 hours per week
• School Year: 2026-2027

Qualifications:

• Meets NCLB \"Highly Qualified\" requirements.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with both students and adults in a school setting.
• Demonstrated reliability, strong attention to detail, and consistent attendance.
• Ability to handle sensitive student information with professionalism and discretion.
• Associate degree or equivalent coursework and at least 1 year of relevant experience (preferred).

Responsibilities:

• Support classroom instruction by helping educators deliver lessons and learning activities throughout the school day.
• Provide targeted support to individual students or small groups to reinforce learning and classroom routines.
• Partner with teachers and related staff to help maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for students.
• Assist with student supervision and behavior support strategies, including participating in approved safety interventions when needed.
• Prepare and organize classroom spaces, supplies, and instructional materials as directed by the teaching team.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you're passionate about helping students succeed and enjoy working in a collaborative, team-oriented school environment, this role offers meaningful impact in a supportive setting.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.