Paraeducator

Para educator

Chelmsford Public Schools Center Elementary School – Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Job : 5492408 |
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled |
Posted: Jan 12, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Chemlsford 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
Location: Center Elementary School

Paraprofessional supporting students receiving individualized special education instruction.

• Associate degree, some college 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

Full‑time

$23,403 to $23,403 Per Year

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to the Center School. As a community we are very proud of our school. So many people are responsible for making it a warm and nurturing learning environment that it is. We have a talented, caring and dedicated teaching staff that is always working in the best interest of the students. Great support staff of instructional assistants, playground and lunch supervisors, cafeteria personnel, secretary, office clerks, nurse and custodians who give teachers and students support, while contributing to the smooth operation and cleanliness of our building.

And last but not least, the children who work so hard are polite and courteous in the Center School tradition.

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. Able to assist with all aspects of students self‑care. 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.

The employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.

• 1. What do you believe are the most important aspects of your role as paraprofessional and why.
  Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)
• 2. How did you hear about this open position? 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)

• Donna Omobono, Assistant Principal
• 84 Billerica Road
• Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
• Phone:
• Email: omobonod.ma.us