Paraeducator - Harrington Elementary School

Young World Physical Education; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 21,694 - 26,515; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools in North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, is seeking a Paraeducator for Harrington Elementary School. The role involves working with elementary students in both general education and special education settings, providing academic, social, emotional, and physical support.

You may work 1:1 with students, in small groups, or alongside inclusion classrooms. Under the supervision of teachers and related service providers, you will assist with toileting when needed and help

Qualifications

• Associate degree, some college credit, or passing the paraeducator test.
• Knowledge of various disabilities.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedures, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Knowledge of special education procedures.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the elementary school level.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, social, emotional, and physical support to students.
• Deliver 1:1 support or small-group instruction.
• Assist in inclusion settings and with toileting.
• Follow teacher directions and implement accommodations.
• Collect data consistently.
• Adapt instructions as directed by staff.

Skills

Knowledge of disabilities

Ability to follow directions

Data collection skills

Education

Associate degree

Some college credit

Passing paraeducator test

Job description

Paraeducator - Harrington Elementary School

Chemsford Public Schools Harrington Elementary School - North Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Job Details

• Job ID: 5828357
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 21, 2026
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Full-time
• Salary: $24,105 per year

Job Description

Work with elementary school children, both in general education classrooms and special education classrooms, to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically. The position involves working 1:1 with students, in small groups, or supporting students within the inclusion setting and also assisting with toileting.

Qualifications & Responsibilities

• Associate degree, some college credit, or passing the paraeducator test.
• Knowledge of various disabilities.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedures, 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, and 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.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as deemed appropriate by the principal, special education coordinator, and Director of Student Services.

Additional Requirements

• Team player with a positive attitude, working well as a member of a team.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

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.

Contact Information

• Karen Grabowski, Assistant Principal
• 120 Richardson Road, North Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01863
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]