Preschool SPED Paraprofessional: Classroom Support

Hopkinton Integrated PreSchool; Hopkinton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Hopkinton Public School District's Preschool in Hopkinton, MA is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for a 0.9 FTE, part-time role starting 10/23/2026. Salary is per the collective bargaining agreement and commensurate with experience, ranging $23.51–$24.93 per hour.

The paraprofessional will provide social-emotional, behavioral, and instructional support to students, collaborating with teachers and specialists to deliver needed accommodations and interventions in all settings.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or completion of the ParaPro exam.
• Clear and effective communication with children and adults.
• Experience providing direct assistance to students for personal care as needed.
• Massachusetts DESE license in a related field is a plus.
• Ability to adapt support based on IEP/504 needs and classroom guidance.

Responsibilities

• Provide social-emotional, behavioral, and instructional support to students.
• Monitor and document student progress per IEP and Behavior Plans.
• Assist teachers with lesson prep and materials.
• Model and prompt strategies to help students access the curriculum.
• Maintain confidentiality and collaborate with specialists and staff.

Skills

Communication

Personal care support

Education

Associate's Degree

ParaPro exam

Job description

Hopkinton Public School District's Preschool in Hopkinton, MA is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for a 0.9 FTE, part-time role starting 10/23/2026. Salary is per the collective bargaining agreement and commensurate with experience, ranging $23.51–$24.93 per hour.

The paraprofessional will provide social-emotional, behavioral, and instructional support to students, collaborating with teachers and specialists to deliver needed accommodations and interventions in all settings.