Paraprofessional 32.5 hours per week

Center Elementary Pre-School; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Center Elementary Pre-School in Peabody, MA is seeking a Paraprofessional for 32.5 hours per week (full-time with benefits). You will assist students individually or in groups, using various strategies to reinforce learning, and must complete CPI training within your first year.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with an Associate’s degree or 48 credits or Parapro/WorkKeys credentials as alternatives. Preferred bilingualism is a bonus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or 48 college credits or completion of Parapro/WorkKeys assessment.
• CPI training must be completed in the first year.

Responsibilities

• Assist students individually, in small groups, or in large groups using varied strategies to reinforce learning.
• Display excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn or use appropriate technology as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate’s degree

48 college credits

Job description

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Paraprofessional 32.5 hours per week

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Job Details

Job ID: 5967225

Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Paraprofessional32.5 hours per week (full-time with benefits)

• Assist students individually, in small groups, or in a large group, utilizing a variety of strategies and techniques to present or reinforce learning.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• CPI training (crisis prevention intervention training) must be successfully completed in the Paraprofessionals first year
• A high school diploma or equivalent; and an Associate'sdegree (or higher); or completion of 48 credit hours at an Institution of Higher Education; or completion of a formal Massachusetts endorsed assessment: Parapro or WorkKeys.
• Ability to use or willingness to learn appropriate technology
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
• Salary: See school district website: Human Resources-Unit C payscale for hourly pay rate.
• Bilingualism is a highly desired skill for a position, but not a requirement

Peabody is a Gateway City: amidsize urban center that anchor regional economies around the Northshore of Boston. Our diverse student population adds value to the educational and cultural experience in our School District.

We prepare students to be life-long learners and critical thinkers who meet the challenges of citizenship in an event changing world.

Join us!

The Peabody School Committee reaffirms its policy of nondiscrimination related to race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation or handicap in all matters involved in procuring, employing, promoting, transferring or terminating the employment of personnel. In similar manner, it reaffirms its policy against discrimination related to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or handicap in the admission, instruction, counseling or dismissal of students regarding any courses or programs offered by the Public Schools and indicates its desire that each student be provided educational opportunities consistent with his/her aspirations and abilities .The Committee further indicates its acceptance of all federal and state laws and regulations dealing with the civil rights of parents, students and employees of the School Department.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21 to $26 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Carmen Santana
• 27 Lowell St
• Peabody, Massachusetts 01960
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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