Paraprofessional

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Vacancy for the 2025-2026 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: Elementary Paraprofessional

Description: Work with elementary school children, both in general education classrooms and the special education classroom to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically. Position involves working 1:1 with students, with small groups of students or supporting students within the general education inclusion setting as well as toileting.

QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Associates degree, some college credit or passing the paraprofessional test.

* Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities

* Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.

* Knowledge of special education procedures.

* Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the Elementary School level.

* Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.

* Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally, socially in the school setting

* Assist students with toileting as needed

* Ability to follow directions and implement accommodations and modifications as directed by teachers and related service providers

* Ability to collect data consistently

* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education

coordinator, and Director of Student Services.

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: Elementary Paraprofessional

Description: Work with elementary school children, both in general education classrooms and the special education classroom to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically. Position involves working 1:1 with students, with small groups of students or supporting students within the general education inclusion setting as well as toileting.

QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Associates degree, some college credit or passing the paraprofessional test.

* Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities

* Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.

* Knowledge of special education procedures.

* Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the Elementary School level.

* Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.

* Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally, socially in the school setting

* Assist students with toileting as needed

* Ability to follow directions and implement accommodations and modifications as directed by teachers and related service providers

* Ability to collect data consistently

* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education

coordinator, and Director of Student Services.

Position Type:Full-time

Salary:$23,403 to $23,403 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

The Charles D. Harrington Elementary School is one of four elementary schools within the Chelmsford Public School District. Our school services over 500 students in Kindergarten through grade four. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment where all students can achieve success. Our school community prides itself on educating the whole child; making sure the needs of students come first. Whether in the classroom, performing for guests, or playing at recess, we are constantly learning and growing.

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.

• A team player to work as a paraprofessional providing academic support for students. Candidate will work with elementary school children, both in general education classrooms and the special education classroom to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically.
  
  Successful candidate will have a positive attitude and must work well as a member of a team.
  
  Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues, and provide ongoing support and direction to students.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• 1. How did you hear about this open position?
• Short Essay
(Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)
• 2. Have you previously been employed by Chelmsford Public Schools? If yes, please list previous position(s).
• Short Essay
(Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)

• Robert Asselin , Principal, Harrington Elementary
• 120 Richardson Road
• North Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01863
• Phone: 978 251 5166
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