Paraeducator Murdock Middle School

Young World Physical Education; Winchendon (MA); On-site; USD 27,653 - 43,872; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Winchendon, Massachusetts is looking for a Full-Time Paraeducator at Murdock Middle School. The role includes assisting classroom teachers, implementing instructional programs for special education, and supporting students' physical and instructional needs. Applicants should have a ParaPro Certificate or Associate's Degree and preferably one year of relevant experience. The salary range is $27,653 to $43,872 per year, with responsibilities including working closely with special education students and performing various supportive tasks in a classroom setting.

Qualifications

• Must have either ParaPro Certificate or Associate's Degree.
• One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a nontraditional classroom setting.
• Ability to observe and collect data on students.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to support the district initiatives.
• Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative in dealing with students, faculty, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Carry out instructional and supportive activities as assigned by the supervising teacher.
• Work with special education students, may include lifting, feeding, and other services.

Skills

Positive attitude

Tact and good judgment

Ability to observe and collect data

Willingness to support district initiatives

Ability to work in nontraditional classroom setting

Education

ParaPro Certificate or Associate's Degree

Job description

Paraeducator Murdock Middle School

Winchendon Public Schools Murdock Middle School - Winchendon, Massachusetts

Job Details

Job ID: 5683379
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 25, 2026

Job Description

Special Education Para‑Educator at Murdock Middle School. The special education paraprofessional, under general supervision, provides assistance to a classroom teacher, performing a variety of tasks related to the physical and instructional needs of students in a classroom setting; assists in the implementation of instructional programs, including self‑help and behavior management as well as instruction. The special education paraprofessional performs related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must have either ParaPro Certificate or Associate's Degree
• One year of relevant experience preferred
• Ability to work in a nontraditional classroom setting
• Ability to observe and collect data on students
• Positive attitude and a willingness to support the district initiatives
• Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative in dealing with students, faculty, and the public

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out instructional and supportive activities as assigned by the supervising teacher in a timely manner
• Work with special education students; may include lifting, feeding, and other services

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, talk and hear. The employee may be required to reach with hands and arms above the head or reach forward, sit, squat, stoop or kneel. The employee must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Salary

$27,653 to $43,872 per year

RBT Para Salary: $35,918 to $45,245

Position Type

Full‑Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Nate Mayo, Principal
Phone: 978‑297‑1256
Email: [e-mail]

Winchendon Public Schools offers all programs, activities, and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.