Paraprofessional, Health PreK

Young World Physical Education; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Paraprofessional in Lowell, Massachusetts to assist the classroom teacher in providing developmentally appropriate activities for students. This role includes supporting both special needs and ELL students.

The ideal candidate will have experience with the appropriate age group and has successfully completed the Paraprofessional test or holds relevant college credits. The position aims to provide a safe and healthy environment for children.

Qualifications

• Experience with developmental needs of students with and without special needs.
• Ability to assist with daily routines and classroom activities.
• Experience in maintaining a healthy and safe classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with developmentally appropriate activities.
• Help students during transition between classrooms.
• Support classroom routines like snacks and clean-up.

Skills

Classroom assistance

Experience with ELL students

Developmentally appropriate practices

Education

48 college credits or a Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Lowell Public School District Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center - Lowell, Massachusetts

Paraprofessional, Health PreK

This job is also posted in Lowell Public School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5803456

Application Deadline: Aug 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jul 03, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

FOR INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY UNTIL July 3, 2026 after July 3, 2026 the posting is open to external candidates, including our long-term substitutes and our other qualified employees.

Paraprofessional Job Description

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Assist classroom teacher in providing developmentally appropriate activities for students by implementing concrete learning activities that meet the varied developmental needs to students with and without special needs. Also works with ELL students.
• Assist classroom teacher in getting students into and out of the buildings and classrooms. This may include lifting and carrying of students.
• Assist teacher during activities such as field trips, and emergency drills.
• Assist teacher with classroom routines such as a snack, washing dishes, clean‑up, bathroom and other similar activities.
• Assist teacher in maintaining a healthy and safe environment for children and perform such other tasks and assume responsibilities as assigned by the building principal.
• For HEALTH positions, only: position will include feeding, changing diapers and toileting children.

Requirements

• Successfully passed the Paraprofessional test, or 48 college credits or more, or a Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
• Experience with the appropriate age group.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Kerry Wilcox, Coordinator
• Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center
• Email: [e-mail]