Paraeducator - McCarthy Middle School

Para educator - McCarthy Middle School

Chelmsford Public Schools - McCarthy Middle School, Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Job : 5570304

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

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

Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

Work with Middle School children, both in general education classrooms and the special education classrooms to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically.

• Associates Degree, two years of college or passing the para test.
• Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Knowledge of special education procedures and IEPs.
• Provide support (accommodations & modifications) to students with academic tasks.
• Support students with social, communication and/or ADL skills including assisting with toileting as needed.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the Middle School level.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education coordinator, and Director of Student Services.
• 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.
• Ability to work as a team and collaborate.

The

C. Edith McCarthy Middle School is one of two middle schools in Chelmsford. Providing education for about 940 students from grades 7-8, we are one of the largest middle schools in the Merrimack Valley. Our staff is committed to creating a learning environment in which all students feel safe and secure and are able to reach their fullest academic and social potential.

We believe our school community has the capacity to thrive academically, socially, physically and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment where trust and respect are valued. We believe learning is a continuous process that must be meaningful and encourage growth through creative thinking, collaboration, communication, inquiry, problem-solving and self-reflection. We believe students, parents, teachers, staff and community members must work cooperatively and be held accountable for setting high standards that ensure students’ learning and growth.

We believe in a school community that works collaboratively to develop knowledgeable, contributing and respectful citizens.

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.

• 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.
• 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 positions.
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• Jeffrey Parks , Principal (McCarthy)
• 250 North Road
• Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
• Phone:
• Email: parksj.ma.us