Paraeducator - McCarthy Middle School

Chelmsford Schools; Chelmsford (MA); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools - McCarthy Middle School in Chelmsford, Massachusetts is hiring a Paraeducator for the 2026-2027 school year. The vacancy supports students in general education and special education classrooms to enhance academic, social, emotional, and physical development.

The ideal candidate will have an Associates Degree or two years of college, knowledge of various disabilities, and experience working with middle school students. Citizenship or work authorization required.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or two years of college or passing the para test.
• Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Knowledge of special education procedures and IEPs.
• Provide support (accommodations & modifications) to students with academic tasks.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Support students with social, communication and/or ADL skills including assisting with toileting as needed.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the Middle School level.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education coordinator, and Director of Student Services.
• Successful candidate will have a positive attitude and must work well as a member of a team.
• Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues and provide ongoing support and direction to students.
• Ability to work as a team and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Support students academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
• Assist with accommodations & modifications.
• Maintain and prepare records.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff.
• Assist with toileting as needed.

Skills

Disability awareness

IEP knowledge

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Student support

ADL support

Relationship building

Positive attitude

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Chelmsford Public Schools McCarthy Middle School - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Paraeducator - McCarthy Middle School

Chelmsford Public Schools McCarthy Middle School - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5899366
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Vacancy for the 2026- 2027 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: Middle School Paraeducator

Location: McCarthy Middle School

Description: Work with Middle School children, both in general education classrooms and the special education classrooms to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree, two years of college or passing the para test.
• Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Knowledge of special education procedures and IEPs
• Provide support (accommodations & modifications) to students with academic tasks.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Support students with social, communication and/or ADL skills including assisting with toileting as needed.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the Middle School level.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education coordinator, and Director of Student Services.
• Successful candidate will have a positive attitude and must work well as a member of a team.
• Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues and provide ongoing support and direction to students.
• Ability to work as a team and collaborate.

Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $24,105 to $24,105 Per Year
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to McCarthy Middle School

The C. Edith McCarthy Middle School is one of two middle schools in Chelmsford. Providing education for about 940 students from grades 7-8, we are one of the largest middle schools in the Merrimack Valley. Our staff is committed to creating a learning environment in which all students feel safe and secure and are able to reach their fullest academic and social potential. We believe our school community has the capacity to thrive academically, socially, physically and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment where trust and respect are valued. We believe learning is a continuous process that must be meaningful and encourage growth through creative thinking, collaboration, communication, inquiry, problem-solving and self-reflection. We believe students, parents, teachers, staff and community members must work cooperatively and be held accountable for setting high standards that ensure students’ learning and growth. We believe in a school community that works collaboratively to develop knowledgeable, contributing and respectful citizens.

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

• Successful candidate will have a positive attitude and must work well as a member of a team.
  Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues, and provide ongoing support and direction to students.
  
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jeffrey Parks , Principal (McCarthy)
• 250 North Road
• Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]