Paraprofessional, Special Education PreK-12 (Long Term Substitute)

Dr. Janice Adie Day School PreK-12; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowell Public Schools, Lowell Massachusetts, seeks a Paraprofessional to support Special Education students in PreK-12 as a Long Term Substitute. The role involves implementing developmentally appropriate activities, assisting with routines, field trips, and safety, and supporting English Language Learner students.

Immediate start; the district is accepting applications through Oct 6, 2026. Candidates must have passed the Paraprofessional test or have 48 college credits or a Bachelor's degree;

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing developmentally appropriate activities for students with and without special needs, including ELL students.
• Assist students into and out of buildings and classrooms, including lifting/carrying as needed.
• Support teacher during field trips and emergency drills.
• Assist with routines such as snack, dishes, cleanup, bathroom, and related activities.
• Help maintain a healthy, safe environment and take on tasks from the principal.
• For HEALTH positions, assist with feeding, diaper changes and toileting.

Skills

Student support

ELL support

Classroom assistance

Education

48 college credits

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Paraprofessional, Special Education PreK-12 (Long Term Substitute)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5934485
Application Deadline: Oct 06, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Lowell Public Schools, Lowell Massachusetts

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

• Christine Adams , Coordinator
• Dr. Janice Adie Day School PreK-12
• Email: [e-mail]

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