Preschool ABA Paraprofessional - CHIPS SY2026-2027

Chelmsford Schools; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools is hiring for a Preschool ABA Paraprofessional at the Chelmsford Integrated Preschool (CHIPS). The role supports students academically, socially, emotionally, and physically, with duties including implementing ABA strategies and maintaining daily documentation.

Candidates may have prior preschool experience and familiarity with ABA principles. Strong classroom assistance skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with preschool children preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) strongly preferred.
• Ability to perform daily documentation and data collection tasks.

Responsibilities

• Work with preschool children to support academics, social and emotional development.
• Use ABA teaching and reinforcement techniques consistently.
• Complete required documentation and data collection daily.
• Assist in classroom routines including snack, lunch, and bathroom.

Skills

ABA concepts

Preschool experience

Documentation

Job description

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: Preschool ABA Paraprofessional

Location: Chelmsford Integrated Preschool (CHIPS)

Description: Work with Preschool children to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically. Additional duties as required by the special education department or Preschool Coordinator. Provides intensive individualized therapy services directed toward the development and/or enhancement of skills necessary for emotional, cognitive, behavioral, language, and interpersonal growth of the student.

• Uses appropriate applied behavior teaching, communication and reinforcement techniques consistently.
• Accurately completes all required documentation and data collection daily.
• Works with an individual student to reinforce learning of material or skills as described in the IEP/treatment plan.
• Assists in all classroom routines, including snack, lunch, and bathroom.
• Participates in in-service training programs as assigned. Willing to accept direction/feedback regarding performance and training

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience working with preschool aged children preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) strongly preferred.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 lbs. such as pushing children on a bike, swing or adaptive furniture.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $26,335 to $26,335 Per Year

Job ID: 5961293

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Welcome to Chelmsford Integrated Preschool

Chelmsford Integrated Preschool (CHIPS) provides meaningful education to developing young children. Our program addresses the whole child recognizing the importance of facilitating communication, the delight of imaginative play, the development of fine and gross motor skills, the acquisition of self help skills, and the all important foundations of literacy. Using the Massachusetts Preschool Curriculum Guidelines, children with and without special needs are exposed to a rich preschool environment.

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

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Megan McGuirk , Preschool Coordinator
• 170 Dalton Road
• Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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