Para-Educator - Substantially Separate Program

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Para-Educator for New Bedford Public Schools. The role involves working alongside teachers to support students' learning and emotional needs, assisting with individual and group activities.

Candidates must be committed to an inclusive educational environment and have a passion for enriching the lives of students. The position requires collaboration with faculty and may include personal care responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special needs preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers and support staff.
• Culturally competent and committed to inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Assist special education and general education teachers.
• Support students in learning and emotional management.
• Help with personal care assistance as necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Behavior management

Support for IEP goals

Assistive technology

Social and emotional support

Job description

Para-Educator - Substantially Separate Program

New Bedford Public Schools Hayden-McFadden Elementary School - New Bedford, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Job Description

We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.

Responsibilities

• The paraprofessional will work under the direction and guidance of the special education/general education teacher, administration, and school-based personnel in supporting students' growth and achievement, including students' IEP goals and objectives.
• Assisting students in their learning across content areas in individual, small group, and whole group settings.
• Assisting students in self-regulation and management of emotions and behavior to maximize student learning, including, but not limited to, implementing and supporting behavior plans and classroom management programs.
• Provide sensory support to students as needed. Sensory supports may include, but are not limited to, implementing and supporting sensory plans, providing students sensory breaks, and supporting students in the use of sensory equipment.
• Assisting and supporting students in their communication between peers, school staff, etc., including the use of assistive technology.
• Supporting students' transitions during arrival and dismissal, between subjects/classes in school, and between activities.
• Provide support in the development of social, emotional, and behavioral skills with individuals or groups of students.
• May be asked to review student IEPs on an as-needed basis to ensure students’ needs are understood and being met.
• May provide personal care assistance to students, including but not limited to toileting/diapering, feeding, and physical lifting of students for hygiene and body positioning changes.
• Other duties related to support of students as directed by Administration.

Terms of Employment

• Rate: In accordance with the Paraprofessional contract found here
• Reports to: School Principal or Designee

The New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, genetics, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions in employment for potential employees. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Individual Aide
• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Kim Marshall
• 361 Cedar Grove ST.
• New Bedford, Massachusetts 02746
• Phone: 508‑997‑4511
• Fax: 508‑994‑0163
• Email: [e-mail]