Paraprofessional - Vocational

Greater Lawrence Technical School; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Lawrence Technical School in Andover, MA is seeking a Paraprofessional - Vocational to assist teachers in delivering instructional content in classroom/shop settings. The role involves supporting student learning, preparing materials, and helping maintain an organized learning environment.

The position requires an Associate’s Degree or ParaPro passing score, with a Bachelor’s degree preferred. Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or passing ParaPro Test.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate instructional efforts with classroom/shop teacher.
• Prepare teaching aids such as bibliographies, charts, and graphs.
• Present subject matter using various methods (lecture, discussion, role‑playing).
• Assist students individually or in groups with lesson assignments.
• Assist in room preparation and keeping classroom/shop neat and orderly.
• Distribute lesson materials and help with bulletin boards and displays.
• Assist in storing materials and closing the classroom/shop.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-starter

Organized

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

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Paraprofessional - Vocational

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Job Details

Job ID: 5869475
Application Deadline: Sep 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 25, 2026

Job Description

Reporting to the Classroom/Shop Teacher/Administrator to whom the Paraprofessional is assigned, performs any combination of instructional tasks in a classroom/shop to assist in making the school setting effective and efficient wherever and whenever possible.

Essential Functions

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Discusses assigned teaching area with classroom/shop teacher to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Plans, prepares, and develops various teaching aids such as bibliographies, charts, and graphs.
• Presents subject matter to students, utilizing a variety of methods and techniques such as lecture, discussion, and supervised role‑playing.
• Assists students as assigned, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts.
• Assists the teacher in preparing the room for school and in keeping the classroom/shop neat and orderly.
• Help prepare and distribute lesson materials; assist the teacher in arranging bulletin boards, class displays, learning center materials, parent notices, etc.
• Assist in storing materials and getting the classroom/shop ready for closing of school.
• Responsible for distribution of correspondence.
• Any other relative duties as required by the Classroom/Shop Teacher and/or Administrator.

Education and Experience

• Associate’s Degree or Passing Score on the ParaPro Test
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent preferred

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

• Must demonstrate an interest in working with adolescents.
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work with minimal supervision and direction.
• Must have well-established communication skills and the ability to share information and resources appropriately.
• Must possess a high-level of interpersonal skills; general pleasant demeanor and respectful attitude towards employees at all levels of the school.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel software.
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and maintain confidentiality.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: Minimal to light physical effort is generally required in performing duties in a classroom environment. This position requires the ability to operate a computer keyboard and standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $33.88 to $45.68 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required