Paraprofessional - RISE Program

Naquag Elementary School; Rutland (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wachusett Regional School District, Naquag Elementary School in Rutland, MA, seeks a Paraprofessional for the RISE program. This full‑time role works 32.5 hours per week (6.5 hours daily) and starts immediately, with pay per the Paraprofessional Salary Schedule.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent; experience with children in academic support roles is preferred. Candidates should apply to support curriculum goals and foster a safe, productive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with children in academic support roles desired.

Responsibilities

• Working one on one with students and in group settings to ensure curriculum goals are achieved.
• Support Teaching and other building staff in creating a safe and productive learning environment for all students.
• Assisting in both academic opportunities and/or other assistance that enhances student success.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Paraprofessional - RISE Program

Wachusett Regional School District (MA) Naquag Elementary School - Rutland, Massachusetts

Job Details

Job ID: 5975564

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Pay: Paraprofessional Salary Schedule

Hours: 32.5 hours weekly (6.5 hours per day)

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Description

The Wachusett Regional School District encourages all candidates who are committed to enriching the lives of our student population to apply.

Our Core Values are: Collaboration, Empathy, Inclusivity, Integrity, Perseverance, and Responsibility.

Our Mission: To ensure a vibrant, inclusive, and respectful educational community in which we: Fostera safe, nurturing, and welcomingenvironment. Provide all students with equitableopportunities for deep and meaningfullearning through multiple pathways.Empowerall students to develop and apply theiruniquestrengths, passions, and curiosities.Partnerwith our community to meet our goals while optimizing the effective and efficient use of our resources.

Position: Paraprofessional - RISE Program

Location: Naquag Elementary School

• Working one on one with students and in group settings to ensure curriculum goals are achieved;
• Support Teaching and other building staff in creating a safe and productive learning environment for all students;
• Assisting in both academic opportunities and or other assistance that enhances student success.

High School Diploma or equivalent required - experience working with children in academic support roles desired.

The Wachusett Regional School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by law.

Contact Information

• Kristina Pelczarski , Principal
• Naquag Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]