PARAEDUCATOR

Northampton-Public-Schools; Florence (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Northampton Public Schools JFK Middle School in Florence, MA seeks a Paraeducator to support instructional and non-instructional tasks under supervision. The position runs 32.5 hours weekly, Monday–Friday, 8:05 am–3:05 pm, with a pay rate of $24.92 to $31.44 per hour based on experience.

Starting date is as soon as possible for the 2026-2027 school year. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and an associates degree or ParaPro certification preferred; experience with children is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates’ degree or its equivalent: ParaPro or similar assessment program certificate, or 48 hours college credits preferred.
• Professional development as required.
• Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional assignments and classroom management.
• Support individual and small groups of students in instructional and social situations.
• Assist with personal care and daily living skills for individual children.
• Provide general supervision of students within and outside the school building.
• Maintain records and monitor student work.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

English & math literacy

Mobility and lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates’ degree or ParaPro certificate / 48 college credits preferred

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

PARAEDUCATOR

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Job Details

Job ID: 5943599

Application Deadline: Oct 13, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JFK Middle School

Paraeducator (1)

32.50 hours per week

Monday through Friday from 8:05 a.m. – 3:05 p.m.

Hourly Pay Rate: $24.92-$31.44 based on experience.

Start date: As soon as possible for the 2026-2027 school year

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates’ degree or its equivalent: ParaPro or similar assessment program certificate, or 48 hours college credits preferred.
• Professional development as required.
• Experience working with children.

The Paraeducator works to provide the necessary instructional and non-instructional assistance and supervision, under the direction of the professional staff, for the effective and efficient operation of the school.

SUPERVISION:

Works under the supervision of certified school personnel and under the general supervision of the principal. The performance of these functions may require the exercise of independent judgment of the Paraeducator in a range of instructional, supervision and other assigned duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assisting professional personnel in instructional assignments within the school setting, including assisting with classroom management and organizing instructional materials.
• Assists both individual and small groups of students in both instructional and social situations within the school setting.
• Assists individual children in completion of personal care and daily living skills.
• General supervision of students as assigned within the school setting, including supervision both within and outside the school building.
• Performs appropriate record keeping for the assigned tasks within the school setting.
• Monitors student work for both small groups and individuals within the school setting.
• Performs a range of clerical duties required within the school setting and specific to assignment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to transfer students to and from places within the school environment.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY AND SKILL:

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use computers and general office-type equipment.
• Demonstrate facility with both English Language and general Mathematics.
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Alert, physically assertive and mobile at all times.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to transfer students from place to place within the building.
• Must be able to work in a school-site environment, which includes periods of outdoor exposure up to 45 minutes at a time.

IF HIRED:

Must have acceptable MA CORI and SAFIS Fingerprint Background Checks prior to start of employment.

BENEFITS:

All benefits and privileges are consistent with the Northampton Association of School Employees (NASE) Paraeducator Unit C Collective Bargaining Agreement Contract.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Who Are We: Dedicated and collaborative teams of educators committed to supporting excellence through coaching and learning. Our mission is to foster educational excellence and opportunity for all learners through collaboration and leadership. We believe that obstacles to learning can be overcome and, once that happens, learning is natural for everyone. We value: Quality and excellence, innovation, creativity and vision, inclusiveness, equity and diversity and collaboration with others. Creating a community of care is foundational to the work we do….together! Equity and Social Justice Work is central to our mission, especially in these times. We understand that all forms of oppression are damaging. We engage in this work proactively and purposefully, with the intent of positive outcomes, and because we need to. Equal Opportunity Employer The Northampton Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, socioeconomic status, homelessness, academic status, gender identity or expression, physical appearance, pregnant or parenting status, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, limited-English proficiency, mental, physical, developmental or sensory disability, or by association with a person who has or is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Keddie Loughrey , Principal
• 100 Bridge Road
• Florence, Massachusetts 01062
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]