Paraprofessional - Parker Middle

Chelmsford Schools; Chelmsford (MA); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools is seeking a Middle School Paraprofessional for Parker Middle School (grades 5 & 6) in Chelmsford, MA, to support students in general and special education classrooms. Responsibilities include academic, social, and emotional support, data recording, and small-group instruction.

Qualifications include an associate degree/2 years, or para test, knowledge of disabilities, teamwork, and willingness to participate in trainings. Citizenship or residency required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree, two years of college, or passing of para test.
• Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities.
• Successful candidate will have a positive attitude and must work well as a member of a team.
• Willing to participate in trainings relevant to supporting the students assigned.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Work with Middle School students in 5th and 6th grade in general and special education classrooms.
• Support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically.
• Record data on student progress as modeled by teachers.
• Work with small groups of students to reinforce taught skills.
• Implement strategies and programming as outlined by the special education teacher.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Record data

Relationship building

Education

Associates degree/2 years

Para test

Job description

Paraprofessional - Parker Middle

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Job Details

Job ID: 5877753

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

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: Middle School Paraprofessional -- Grades 5 & 6

Location: Parker Middle School

Work with Middle School children in 5th and 6th grade, both in general education classrooms and the special education classroom to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically. This position supports students with specific learning disabilities in the area of reading and written language.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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 middle school (5th/6th) level.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
• Successful candidate will have a positive attitude and must work well as a member of a team.
• Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues and provide ongoing support and direction to students.
• Ability to consistently implement strategies and programming as outlined by the special education teacher or related service provider.
• Support students to generalize taught skills in classroom setting.
• Work with small groups of students to reinforce previously taught skills.
• Record data on student progress as modeled and reviewed by teachers and/or related service providers.
• Other alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education coordinator, and Director of Student Services.

Qualified applicants may be eligible for an annual "toileting and Diapering Stipend" if applicable.

Qualified applicants may be eligible for additional paid training (outside of regular school hours.)

Position is eligible for paid sick, personal and bereavement time.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $24,105 to $24,105 Per Year

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Parker Middle School, Special Education Department

The Parker Middle School staff is committed to the unique development of each child. We recognize the distinct social, emotional, and physical needs of early adolescence and strive to give our students a sense of belonging in a dynamic learning environment. We embrace a shared responsibility with the students, parents and the community for students to reach their individual academic potentials by demonstrating the value of learning, promoting respect, encouraging wise choices, and setting high expectations for student achievement.,

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

• Associates degree, 2 years of college, or passing of para test.
• Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities.
• Successful candidate will have a positive attitude and must work well as a member of a team.
• Willing to participate in trainings relevant to supporting the students assigned.
• Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues, and provide ongoing support and direction to students.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Joshua Blagg , Principal
• 75 Graniteville Road
• Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01863
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]