Paraeducator (2)

Paul F. Doyon Memorial School; Ipswich (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul F. Doyon Memorial School in Ipswich, MA, is hiring two full-time Paraeducators to support students in inclusive classrooms.

Positions report to the Building Principal and Special Education Program Manager, with duties spanning academic, social-emotional, and behavioral support. The roles involve aiding general and special education students, implementing IEPs/504 plans, and assisting with transitions, supervision, and behavior supports.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet Massachusetts highly qualified paraeducator standards.
• Ability to pass CORI and background checks.
• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, flexibility, and a commitment to supporting all learners.

Responsibilities

• Work with special and general educators to promote student independence across the curriculum and school activities.
• Assist individual students or small groups in mastering assignments, skills, and concepts introduced by teachers or special education staff.
• Support implementation of IEPs, 504 plans, and behavior intervention plans.
• Assist with classroom management, behavior support, and supervision of students.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Flexibility

Commitment to inclusive education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Massachusetts paraeducator standards

Job description

Ipswich Public School District Paul F. Doyon Memorial School - Ipswich, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Description

Position Type: Full-time Paraeducator (Instructional Support)

Number of Positions : 2 (December start)

Reports to: Building Principal and Special Education Program Manager

Position Overview

Ipswich Public Schools seeks two dedicated Paraeducators to join the team at Paul F. Doyon Memorial School. Paraeducators work under the direction of classroom teachers and special educators to support student learning, independence, and success in academic, social-emotional, and behavioral domains. These roles support both general education and special education students in inclusive classroom settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with special and general educators to promote student independence across the curriculum and school activities.
• Assist individual students or small groups in mastering assignments, skills, and concepts introduced by teachers or special education staff.
• Support implementation of IEPs, 504 plans, and behavior intervention plans.
• Assist with classroom management, behavior support, and supervision of students (including transitions, recess, lunch, and field trips as assigned).
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet Massachusetts highly qualified paraeducator standards:
• Ability to pass CORI and national fingerprint-based background checks.
• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, flexibility, and a commitment to supporting all learners.

Preferred:

• Experience working with elementary-aged children, preferably in a school setting.
• Experience supporting students with special education needs.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn inclusive practices, social-emotional learning strategies, and positive behavior supports.

Paraeducator (2)

Ipswich Public School District Paul F. Doyon Memorial School - Ipswich, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Ipswich Public Schools

Job Description

Position Type: Full-time Paraeducator (Instructional Support)

Location: Paul F. Doyon Memorial School, 216 Linebrook Road, Ipswich, MA 01938

Grades Served : PK–5

Number of Positions : 2 (December start)

Reports to: Building Principal and Special Education Program Manager

Position Overview

Ipswich Public Schools seeks two dedicated Paraeducators to join the team at Paul F. Doyon Memorial School. Paraeducators work under the direction of classroom teachers and special educators to support student learning, independence, and success in academic, social-emotional, and behavioral domains. These roles support both general education and special education students in inclusive classroom settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with special and general educators to promote student independence across the curriculum and school activities.
• Assist individual students or small groups in mastering assignments, skills, and concepts introduced by teachers or special education staff.
• Support implementation of IEPs, 504 plans, and behavior intervention plans.
• Assist with classroom management, behavior support, and supervision of students (including transitions, recess, lunch, and field trips as assigned).
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet Massachusetts highly qualified paraeducator standards:
• Ability to pass CORI and national fingerprint-based background checks.
• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, flexibility, and a commitment to supporting all learners.

Preferred:

• Experience working with elementary-aged children, preferably in a school setting.
• Experience supporting students with special education needs.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn inclusive practices, social-emotional learning strategies, and positive behavior supports.

Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $31.25 to $37 Per Hour Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Adam Mullen , Principal
• Paul F. Doyon Memorial School
• Email: [e-mail]