Paraeducator Part- Time

Chelmsford Schools; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools Byam Elementary School is seeking a paraeducator for a 0.5 FTE position at Byam Elementary School in Chelmsford, MA. The role focuses on supporting elementary students, including those with special needs, during the midday period.

Qualifications include a high school diploma (two years of college preferred) and knowledge of special education procedures. The district emphasizes a supportive learning environment and ongoing staff development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; two years of college preferred.
• Knowledge of special education procedures.
• Ability to follow directions and implement accommodations.
• Experience with age-appropriate elementary students.
• Ability to collect data consistently.

Responsibilities

• Provide mid-day paraeducator support for students.
• Support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically.
• Assist students with toileting as needed.
• Follow directions from teachers and related service providers.
• Maintain records as required.

Skills

Knowledge of disabilities

Ability to follow directions

Data collection

Experience with elementary students

Support students emotionally/behavior

Education

High School diploma; two years of college preferred

Job description

Chelmsford Public Schools Byam Elementary School - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Paraeducator Part- Time

Chelmsford Public Schools Byam Elementary School - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5939233
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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: Paraeducator Part-Time (0.5 FTE)
Location: Byam Elementary School
Description: A team player to work as a mid-day paraeducator providing support for students. Candidates will work with elementary school children, to support special education students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High School diploma, two years of college preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities
• Knowledge of school classroom procedure, 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, 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
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education coordinator, and Director of Student Services.

Position Type: Part-time
Salary: $12,052 Per Year
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Byam Elementary School

Byam Elementary School has a student population of roughly 525 students from kindergarten through fourth grade. Byam prides itself on educating the whole child and creating a caring and supportive environment for every student to learn. The staff is committed to providing high quality instruction with a solid understanding in pedagogy and developmentally appropriate practices. Students are held to high standards and are supported to achieve those standards by a host of talented educators and support staff. The staff is also steadfast in their professional growth and development in order to better serve the students and families of the Byam community.

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

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jason Fredette
• 25 Maple Road
• Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]