Paraeducator - Marlborough High School

Marlborough High School

Marlborough (MA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 34,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Marlborough High School is seeking a paraeducator to support students with special needs in inclusion, small group, and individual settings. Position reports to principals and special education staff.

The role requires an Associate's Degree or 48 college credits, ParaPro certification, and ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Bilingual skills in Spanish/Portuguese are preferred for EL Paras; the school emphasizes collaboration and SAFETY.

Qualifications

Minimum of an Associate's Degree or completion of 48 undergraduate credits from an accredited college or university.
Pass the ParaPro test.
Bilingual preferred (Spanish and/or Portuguese) and bilingual required for EL Paras.
Able to lift twenty-five (25) pounds occasionally and transfer heavier amounts with assistance.
Must be a team player and collaborative.

Responsibilities

Assist in the instruction and supervision of students in various settings under direction.
Support students with IEPs/504 Plans.
Assist students with test taking and assessments.
Provide safety support including de-escalation and physical management as trained.
Attend training and maintain required certifications.
Collect progress data and report concerns.

Education

Associate's Degree

Para-Pro test

48 undergraduate credits

Bilingual (Spanish/Portuguese)

Team player

Job description

Paraeducator - Marlborough High School

Job Details

Job ID: 5910560

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 14, 2026

Job Description

Title of Position

Paraeducator - Marlborough High School

School Year:

2026-2027

Salary:

$24.40 per hour

Organizational Relationshipor Line of Authority:

Works under Principal and/or his/her designee and is directed by designated special education staff to support students in special education andExecutive Director of Special Education for overall functions

Statement of Duties:

Assist in the instruction and supervision of students, supporting students academically, socially, and behaviorally in the inclusion, small group, individual, or sub separate setting with direction from the classroom teacher and/or special education teacher, service provider or administrator.
Support students with special needs by following provisions specified in their IEPs/504 Plans.
Assist students with test taking in administering standardized and non-standardized tests/curriculum based measures and other assessments.
Provide support that may include physical management such as crisis management or taking action or assisting educators, school crisis team and/or administrators in restraining students who are at risk of harming themselves or others by following school/district approved restraint procedures to ensure safety of student and others (training provided).
Attend training and maintain certification in de-escalation and physical management techniques.
Collect data for individual students and report concerns and/or progress information on students.
Escort and supervise students to and from various school facilities and areas.
Take initiative to work collaboratively with special education, general education, English learner or subject area education teachers and related service staff.
Assist in establishing a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students.
Assist students with common daily tasks such as eating, mobility, communication, dressing and toileting, including diapering.
Lifts and carries certain learners who need support.
Promote independence for students with disabilities.
Safeguard confidential information to ensure compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA).
Responsible for other general duties as indicated by the teacher, principal, supervisors/directors, directives of the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee, and policies of the Marlborough School Committee.

Qualifications:

Minimum of an Associate's Degree, pass the Para-Pro test or competion of 48 undergraduate credits from an accredited college or university.
Bilingual preferred (Spanish and/or Portuguese) and bilingual (Spanish and/or Portuguese) required for EL Paras.
Prefer prior experience with children in a school or similar setting.
Must be a Team Player as a respectful part of a team in demonstrating constructive, collaborative behaviors.
Able to lift twenty-five (25) pounds occasionally and transfer heavier amounts with assistance from other staff and/or student transfer apparatus.
Good physical agility which requires the following: frequent bending, sitting, standing, kneeling and lifting and occasional running.
Able to work in both indoor and outdoor settings.
Ability to work with a diverse group of student learners.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the Marlborough Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability in its education programs, services, activities, or employment practices.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24.40 to $24.40 Per Hour

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