Special Education Paraprofessional

Montachusett-Regional-Vocational-Technical-School; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe benefits per district policy

Job summary

Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School in Fitchburg, MA seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities. You will tutor, monitor progress, and coordinate with classroom teachers to implement modifications and assistive devices.

The role requires an Associate degree, experience with disabilities, and strong communication skills to work in a team or independently. 182-day year, $25–$30 per hour range, benefits per district policy.

Qualifications

• Must hold at least an Associate’s degree.
• Experience working with students with disabilities and familiarity with Special Education laws.
• Knowledge of assistive technology devices.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with teams or independently.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to students identified with disabilities.
• Tutor and assist children individually, in small groups, and within the classroom setting to help them master assignments and reinforce concepts presented by teachers.
• Observe students’ performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Monitor the use of special modifications or accommodations for students with disabilities in their academic, vocational, and/or special education classes.
• Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or role-playing methods.
• Modify and assist with the preparation of lesson materials, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
• Assist the vocational and classroom teachers in instruction, activities, creating materials that will facilitate necessary accommodations, and implementing modifications for planned instruction or assessment.
• Prepare tools and support such as summary sheets, task sheets, etc. for students with disabilities and submit outlines to teachers for review.
• Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Provide students identified with special needs with assistive devices, supportive technology, and provide assistance accessing the facilities.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials.
• Monitor student achievement and/or needs and communicate identified concerns and/or observations regarding student needs to the classroom teachers, the Director of Student Support Services, special education inclusion teachers and/or the student’s IEP liaison.
• Persist, at all times, in a professional, pleasant manner of respect for the student with disabilities and in working in the domain of the teacher/instructor of record.
• Maintain a daily/weekly plan book to record supported classes and students.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning students and parents.
• Perform other tasks or duties assigned by the Director of Student Support Services.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent worker

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

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Special Education Paraprofessional

Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School Montachusett Vocational Technical School - Fitchburg, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5910460

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• Provide assistance to students identified with disabilities.
• Tutor and assist children individually, in small groups, and within the classroom setting to help them master assignments and reinforce concepts presented by teachers.
• Observe students’ performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Monitor the use of special modifications or accommodations for students with disabilities in their academic, vocational, and/or special education classes.
• Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or role-playing methods.
• Modify and assist with the preparation of lesson materials, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
• Assist the vocational and classroom teachers in instruction, activities, creating materials that will facilitate necessary accommodations, and implementing modifications for planned instruction or assessment.
• Prepare tools and support such as summary sheets, task sheets, etc. for students with disabilities and submit outlines to teachers for review.
• Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Provide students identified with special needs with assistive devices, supportive technology, and provide assistance accessing the facilities.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials.
• Monitor student achievement and/or needs and communicate identified concerns and/or observations regarding student needs to the classroom teachers, the Director of Student Support Services, special education inclusion teachers and/or the student’s IEP liaison.
• Persist, at all times, in a professional, pleasant manner of respect for the student with disabilities and in working in the domain of the teacher/instructor of record.
• Maintain a daily/weekly plan book to record supported classes and students.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning students and parents.
• Perform other tasks or duties assigned by the Director of Student Support Services.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position may require long periods of standing and sitting. The individual may be exposed to ultraviolet light as found in computer monitors and copying equipment. The individual may be exposed to various hazards in the building.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

The work year is 182 days. This includes the day before the opening day of school, Tour or PD Day, and the 180 school days.

Compensation will be established by the Superintendent-Director in accordance with the applicable salary schedule.

FRINGE BENEFITS

• Fringe benefits are in accordance with District policy.

EVALUATION

Annually

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $25 to $30 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or national origin. District Title IX Compliance Coordinator: Victoria Zarozinski, [phone] x5237

Job Requirements

• Must hold at least an Associate’s degree.
• Must have prior successful experience working with students with disabilities, knowledge of assistive technology devices, and familiarity with Special Education laws.
• Must have strong communication skills and the ability to interpret language in a student’s IEP.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team or independently.
• May have such alternatives to the above as the Superintendent Director deems appropriate and acceptable.
• REPORTS TO: Director of Student Support Services
• JOB GOAL: To work with academic and vocational instructors to develop class strategies and implement individualized instruction to meet the needs of each individual student within the program.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Victoria Zarozinski , Director of Student Support Services
• 1050 Westminster Street
• Fitchburg, Massachusetts 01420
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]