Paraeducator

Chelmsfordschools; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools - Byam Elementary School in Chelmsford, Massachusetts is seeking a Paraeducator for a full-time role starting immediately for the 2025-26 school year. The paraeducator will work with elementary students in general and special education settings, providing academic, social, emotional, and physical support, including 1:1 or small group instruction.

Qualifications include a high school diploma (two years of college preferred) and knowledge of various disabilities and

Qualifications

• High School diploma; two years of college preferred.
• Knowledge of various disabilities.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedures, including record keeping.
• Knowledge of special education procedures.
• Aptitude/competence for elementary School responsibilities.
• Experience with age-appropriate students in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally and socially in the school setting.
• Work 1:1 with a student or small groups.
• Assist students with toileting as needed.
• Follow directions and implement accommodations and modifications as directed by teachers and related service providers.
• Collect data consistently.

Skills

Disabilities knowledge

Classroom procedures

Special education procedures

Data collection

Follow directions

Student support (academic/behavioral)

Education

High School diploma

Two years of college

Job description

Chelmsford Public Schools Byam Elementary School - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Vacancy for the 2025- 2026 School Year
The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.
Position: Paraeducator
Description: Work with elementary school children, both in general education classrooms and the special education classroom to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically. Position involves working 1:1 with a student or with small groups of students.
QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
High School diploma, two years of college preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities
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 Elementary School level.
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
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education
coordinator, and Director of Student Services.

Paraeducator

Chelmsford Public Schools Byam Elementary School - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5445465
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 19, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Vacancy for the 2025- 2026 School Year
The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.
Position: Paraeducator
Description: Work with elementary school children, both in general education classrooms and the special education classroom to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically. Position involves working 1:1 with a student or with small groups of students.
QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
High School diploma, two years of college preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities
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 Elementary School level.
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
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: $23,403 to $23,403 Per Year

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Byam Elementary School

Byam Elementary School has a student population of roughly 525 students from kindergarten through fourth grade. Byam prides itself on educating the whole child and creating a caring and supportive environment for every student to learn. The staff is committed to providing high quality instruction with a solid understanding in pedagogy and developmentally appropriate practices. Students are held to high standards and are supported to achieve those standards by a host of talented educators and support staff. The staff is also steadfast in their professional growth and development in order to better serve the students and families of the Byam community.

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

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required