Paraprofessional - K (General Education)

Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District; Spencer (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District Wire Village School in Spencer, Massachusetts is seeking a Paraprofessional for Kindergarten (General Education). This full-time role supports the classroom teacher, assists with lesson prep, and adapts assistance to student learning styles within a school setting.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree or ParaPro exam, CORI/SORI clearance, and Massachusetts DESE licensure as a plus.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory CORI, SORI, and Fingerprinting are required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to children and adults.
• Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education in a related field, while not required, considered a plus.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Provides overall support to the classroom teacher and students, based on the needs of the classroom.
• Assists classroom teacher in preparing lessons and related materials.
• Incorporates knowledge of student learning styles and child development to assist student learning.
• Recognizes when teaching and learning strategies are not successful and seeks guidance to adapt accordingly.
• Provides support in crisis situations using district-approved safety/restraint protocol when necessary.
• Other duties, as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Clear written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree

ParaPro exam

Massachusetts DESE licensure (advantage)

Job description

Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District Wire Village School - Spencer, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Paraprofessional - K (General Education)

Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District Wire Village School - Spencer, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5888226

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

• Provides overall support to the classroom teacher and students, based on the needs of the classroom;
• Assists classroom teacher in preparing lessons and related materials;
• Incorporates knowledge of student learning styles and child development to assist student learning;
• Recognizes when teaching and learning strategies are not successful and seeks the guidance of the classroom teacher to adapt assistance accordingly;
• Provides support in crisis situations using district-approved safety/restraint protocol when necessary;
• Other duties, as required

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work involves student interaction, and is performed primarily in a classroom setting. Extended periods of walking, standing, bending, and stooping to assist students, may be necessary.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $19 to $24 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Satisfactory CORi, SORi, and Fingerprinting are required
  • 1. Associate's Degree or successful completion of the ParaPro exam;
  • 2. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to children and adults;
  • 3. Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education in a related field, while not required, considered a plus;
  • 4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Christine Lavin , Principal
• 410 East Main St
• East Brookfield, Massachusetts 01515
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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