Sub-Separate Para- Professional

Freetown-Lakeville Regional School District; Lakeville (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Freetown-Lakeville Regional School District seeks a Sub-Separate Para-Professional at Austin Intermediate School in Lakeville, MA. The role provides instructional, behavioral, and social-emotional support under a licensed teacher, reinforcing instruction and IEPs to foster student growth and inclusive participation.

The candidate will assist in creating a safe, engaging learning environment, monitor schedules, and collaborate with staff to ensure student success and well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Experience with students with IEPs and diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities and materials under supervising teacher to support objectives and meet IEP goals.
• Collects data for progress monitoring and supports teachers in the classroom.
• Assists and escorts students for personal hygiene and arrival to destinations.
• Attends meetings and inservice presentations for job functions.
• Implements research-based interventions under supervision to reinforce learning concepts.
• Communicates progress and/or implements IEP objectives with instructional staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Experience with children

IEP knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Freetown-Lakeville Regional School District Austin Intermediate School - Lakeville, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Sub-Separate Para- Professional

Freetown-Lakeville Regional School District Austin Intermediate School - Lakeville, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5967953

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Freetown-Lakeville Regional School District is committed to providing each student with a high quality, relevant education that promotes academic success, well-being, and responsible citizens. We are seeking a qualified candidate to join our team and to realize that mission.

Position Objective:

The Sub-Separate Para-Professional will provide instructional, behavioral, and social-emotional support to students under the direction of a licensed teacher and/or school administrator. This position exists to foster student growth by reinforcing classroom instruction, supporting Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), promoting positive engagement, and assisting in the creation of a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. The Para-Professional plays a vital role in helping students achieve academic success, develop independence, and fully participate in the school community.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting IEP Goals
• Collects data for the purpose of progress monitoring and supporting teachers in the classroom
• Assists and escorts students when necessary for the purpose of attending to the student's personal hygiene and care needs and arrival to/from destinations
• Attends meetings and inservice presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions
• Implements under the supervision of assigned teacher, research based interventions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts
• Communicates with supervising instructional staff, and a variety of health care professionals, and professional support personnel for the purpose of communicating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives
• Monitors student's daily schedule and behavior plan (e.g. class schedule, toileting, medication, appetite, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work
• Provides, under the supervision of the assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives; implementing IEPs and ensuring student's success in school
• Supervises individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment
• Performance of other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, including students with disabilities and English Language Learners (ELLs)
• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques
• Familiarity with Individualized IEPsand accommodations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working collaboratively with teachers, staff, families, and students
• Ability to remain patient, flexible, and professional in a fast-paced school environment
• Skills in using educational technology and basic computer applications
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment for all students

Salary & Terms of Employment: In accordance with the Freetown-Lakeville Regional School District Educators’ Association Collective Bargaining Agreement. Employment is contingent upon job performance, program needs, and funding. Hourly Rate Range: $19.10- $30.10

FLRSD is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities to all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, gender identity, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or homelessness in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.

Contact: Elizabeth Sullivan, [e-mail]

Closing Date: September 28, 2026

Learn more about us: link to website

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Austin Intermediate School

Austin Intermediate School Mission StatementThe mission of Austin Intermediate is to provide a challenging intermediate education to enable our students to realize and reach their potential and to acquire knowledge and skills needed to be productive citizens. In a changing and diverse world, we acknowledge that learning is best achieved through collaboration of students, parents, teachers, administration, and community.

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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