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Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We are seeking an Instruction Aide Paraprofessional to join an elementary school in Norfolk County, MA, working Monday-Friday, for the 25/26 school year. In this role, you will work directly with students using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to encourage learning, foster social growth, and promote positive behaviors. You will be part of a collaborative team committed to supporting student success in a safe and nurturing learning environment. Position Details: Location: Norfolk County, MA Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Start Date: Tentative Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 or small group support using ABA strategies. Implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Collect and track data on student progress. Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff. Maintain a safe, supportive learning environment. Qualifications: ABA experience (required). Experience with children in an educational or clinical setting. Ability to follow behavior plans and work as part of a team. Strong communication and organizational skills. What We Offer: Competitive pay and benefits package. Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options. Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly. Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement. Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Why Apply: If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential. Ready to join us? Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!

Rate: $26-$33.26 (Rate determined by degree and experience) The Lead Classroom Assistant will provide case management for two students, including designing and implementing student programming based on the students' individualized education plan (IEP) goals. In collaboration with the Head Teacher, you will assist with assessments, ensure accurate data collection, help train new staff, and maintain a cohesive and supportive classroom environment and student success. You will also support families by conducting weekly home parent training sessions. The Darnell School is a program of Advocates and is a 221-day-per-year ABA school program serving students ages 9-22 with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or behavioral challenges. Our mission is to teach, support and empower people with disabilities to live meaningful lives based on their needs and choices. We offer spacious classrooms with ample opportunity for community skill-building, relationship development and recreation. Learn more about The Darnell School here: https://darnellschool.org/ Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a close-knit community that values ideas and contributions from staff. Minimum Education Required Bachelor's Degree Responsibilities Case management for two students Implement student individualized education plan (IEP) goals Implement behavior support plans Collect data for IEP goals using an electronic data collection system or via paper and pencil Review and summarize data on goals for case students using electronic data collection system Develop and/or modify student programming Assist head teacher with assessments Assist head teacher in training new staff Conduct weekly home parent training for case students Accompany and teach students in the community Transport students in the community, as needed Attend weekly classroom staff meetings Attend monthly school wide trainings Maintain certifications (First Aid, CPR, Safety Care) Qualifications Bachelor's degree in special education, Applied Behavior Analysis or related field Computer literacy skills, including ability to be proficient in word processing Skills in effective communication, include spoken and written English Must successfully pass background checks. Must have valid driver's license, safe driving record, automobile insurance and access to vehicle to be used as directed and when needed for transport. Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.

This position is an anticipated vacancy. It is expected to be vacant by XX/XX/XX. However, the current incumbent has a right to rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the day of the expected vacancy date. Your hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated. This position is a temporary vacancy covering for a paraprofessional on leave. The position is expected to end on XX/XX/XX when the current paraprofessional returns to work. At that time, the covering paraprofessional will be terminated from the position. Job Title: Paraprofessional Reports to: Principal/Headmaster General Description and Goals: Paraprofessionals will assist teachers in providing an innovative, high quality education program designed to meet the needs of the children in the Boston Public Schools. Paraprofessionals will work with school staff to create an educational environment in which quality and continuity are key factors in educating the students of the Boston Public Schools. Responsibilities: * Supports direct instruction to children individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings * Provides assistance with classroom activities. * Prepares instructional materials. * Assists in classroom set up and clean up. * Manages individual and classroom behavior, using prescribed approaches. * Supervises students on field trip activities. * Performs other related duties as requested by Headmaster/Principal. Qualifications Required: * High School Diploma or GED. * Forty-eight (48) Credit Hours of College Coursework or an Associate's Degree, or a passing score on one of the two following Formalized Standardized Assessments: ParaPro Assessment (*************************** ) or WorkKeys Certificate of Proficiency for Teacher Assistants (*********************************************** ). * Minimum of two years experience working with young children. * Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment Preferred: * Associate's or Bachelor's Degree. * Certification as a teacher or license as a social worker. * BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages:Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali. Terms: BTU, Paraprofessional hourly rate Please refer to the Salary Information section on the Career Site for more information on compensation. Salaries are listed by Union and Grade/Step. Next year, many BPS schools will have a longer school day through the "Schedule A" Extended Learning Time (ELT) agreement. To learn more about ELT at BPS and whether or not this school is a "Schedule A" ELT school, check here: bostonpublicschools.org/elt. THE BOSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH ITS NONDISCRIMINATION POLICIES, DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE IN ITS PROGRAMS, FACILITIES, OR EMPLOYMENT OR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, AGE, CRIMINAL RECORD (INQUIRIES ONLY), DISABILITY, HOMELESSNESS, SEX/GENDER, GENDER IDENTITY, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENETICS OR MILITARY STATUS, AND DOES NOT TOLERATE ANY FORM OF RETALIATION, OR BIAS-BASED INTIMIDATION, THREAT OR HARASSMENT THAT DEMEANS INDIVIDUALS' DIGNITY OR INTERFERES WITH THEIR ABILITY TO LEARN OR WORK.

Marie Philip School Early Childhood Center (ECC) Non-Exempt/Hourly 11-Month Full-time Hourly Pay Range: $17.75 - $28.75 In-Person American Sign Language Required $1,500 Sign-on Bonus Housing Resources Available Tuition Reimbursement Benefits Options May Include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employer-Matching 403(b), Generous Time Off Benefits, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care, and more! About TLC: The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, please click: **************************************************** For our Mission, please click: *********************************************** TLC Diversity Statement: The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members' diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong. About Marie Philip School: MPS enrolls nearly 150 deaf and hard of hearing students on our Framingham, MA campus in an ASL/English bilingual, bicultural educational model. POSITION SUMMARY: The Early Childhood Center Classroom Assistant assists the Classroom Teacher in providing physical and instructional needs of students in the preschool and kindergarten classrooms. They assist with planning and implementing various functional activities and provide direct supervision of students in individual and group settings. SUPERVISOR: Early Childhood Center Principal FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist Teacher in preparation of instructional materials and classroom visuals for student and instructor use. Actively engage in play with the early childhood students to foster their social, cognitive, and language development. Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individuals or small groups, adapting to students' individual, medical, physical, communicative, instructional and emotional needs. Participate in direct service planning and lesson planning with Classroom Teacher and/or in a team approach. Participate with student data collection, documentation, and interpretation. Assume responsibility for the supervision and instruction of students in the absence of the classroom teacher. Assist and monitor students with physical disabilities, personal needs (may include feeding, toileting, diapering, hygiene), and personal equipment (hearing aids, cochlear implant processors, and glasses) according to their physical and/or medical needs. May be delegated medication administration or certain medical procedure responsibilities. Guide and monitor students to and from the classroom and other various activities. Implement behavior management plans for individual students under the direction of the teacher. Contribute to the growth and development of employees and the department through active participation in staff development activities and meetings. May be required to drive students on field trips and/or to mainstreaming classes. Additional driving responsibilities as needed. Some lifting may be required when working with young students or students with special needs, however, TLC embraces and celebrates a spirit of inclusion and diversity, and reasonable accommodations and modifications will be made whenever possible. The diversity of our student population may require that some assignments have a heavier physical responsibility due to safety. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Department Supervisor and/or Program Leader. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. The Learning Center for the Deaf provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity/expression, age, criminal record, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, veteran status, marital status and any other legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. TLC embraces and celebrates a spirit of inclusion and diversity, and reasonable accommodations and modifications will be made whenever possible. Requirements A minimum of conversational fluency in American Sign Language required, with native, or near-native ASL fluency preferred ASL Classes may be required based on ASL fluency High School diploma or GED certificate Ability to work effectively as part of an educational team Prior experience working with children preferred Ability to accept and constructively use feedback and suggestions regarding job responsibilities and performance Salary Description $17.75 - $28.75 Hourly

Requirements A minimum of conversational fluency in American Sign Language required, with native, or near-native ASL fluency preferred ASL Classes may be required based on ASL fluency High School diploma or GED certificate Ability to work effectively as part of an educational team Prior experience working with children preferred Ability to accept and constructively use feedback and suggestions regarding job responsibilities and performance Salary Description $17.75 - $28.75 Hourly

Job Description We are seeking a part-time Elementary Classroom Assistant to teach in a classical and Catholic classroom for approximately 13-14 hours per week during the 2025-26 academic year at our center in Dedham, MA. You do not need a teaching certification nor formal teaching experience to apply. We will teach you everything you need to know. The right applicant may have experience homeschooling or working with homeschool children, ministry in your Catholic parish, teaching Religious Education or Catechism classes, teaching your own children, or perhaps teaching in a classical or private school (although not required). Regina Caeli Academy (******************* is a classical homeschool academy in the Catholic tradition. RCA is a national organization that offers instruction in a formal Socratic classroom setting on Mondays and Thursdays. The positions are hourly, and childcare/nursery is provided. Please see our Vacation and Holy Days here. No additional vacation days are given (accommodations made for sick days as needed). Applicants must be able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and have a deep love for the Catholic faith. Curriculum and grading guidelines are provided. Tutors are trained to provide instruction and classroom management according to RCA standards. The ideal applicant will have strong communication skills, good organization, timeliness, a traditional view of the student/teacher relationship, and must be living the Catholic faith day-to-day, including having received all the sacraments appropriate to his or her state in life. All staff complete a background check and RCA Safe Child training prior to teaching at Regina Caeli Academy. Hours are Mondays and Thursdays 8:45 am - 3:30 pm. Tutors must be willing to prepare for classes at home and come to class prepared to teach in a highly structured environment. All employees of Regina Caeli are required to have a clear background check

Summary: Under the supervision of the teacher and BCBA, the ABA Paraprofessional will provide direct service to an individual student as assigned and participate in the daily instruction and activities of the school, program and class to which the student is assigned. Beyond the normal classroom activities, the duties of an ABA Paraprofessional correspond directly to the needs of the student. The ABA paraprofessional will reinforce the treatment plan created by the BCBA monitoring the student's behavior, reporting to the BCBA on the implementation of the treatment plan and progress toward objectives or performance goals. Must be physically capable of and willing to run, stand, sit, stoop, crawl, kneel, reach, twist, push, sit on the floor to complete activities and lift a child weighing more than 50 pounds as required to meet unique student needs. Major Responsibilities: Assist with and follow a variety of tasks pertaining to assigned student Carry out classroom schedule and routines Prepare materials and lessons with the classroom teacher Make copies of homework, parent notices, resources Assist in helping students complete assignments Directly implements skill- acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the BCBA Monitor the student's progress on implementation of the goals of the treatment plan developed by the BCBA Attend to behavioral and medical needs Work closely with BCBA to ensure the treatment plan and risk management/safety plan is implemented as developed Implement school and district policies and procedures Arrive on time prepared to work Communicate with classroom teacher with regards to student's social, emotional, physical and academic needs Maintain confidentiality Develop and maintain helpful, supportive, respectful, and nurturing relationships with student and family Assist in the maintaining a safe, healthy, secure, exciting, and developmentally appropriate classroom Incorporate and pursue special interests and talents of student Morning Duty: Includes active supervision of hallways and classrooms. Afternoon Duty: Includes active supervision of the dismissal process. Additional duties may be assigned without additional compensation or stipend Qualifications: Required 48 college credits hours or Associate degree or Passing score on ParaPro test (Minimum requirement for meeting highly qualified status) Must have ABA background Strong background in communication and interpersonal skills Preferred Bachelor's Degree Assist in toileting and Activity of Daily Living (ADL) skills as determined by student need

We are looking for a 0.6 FTE long term substitute paraprofessional from February - June 2026 to support students. The person in this position would work three full days per week. ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS Arlington, MA 02476 The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole. JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHING ASSISTANT JOB GOAL: The Special Education Teaching Assistant will support general and special educators by working with students in general education and special education settings to enable them to access the curriculum. Some Teaching Assistants will be needed to work one on one with particular students. QUALIFICATIONS: * Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree Preferred * Experience working with children * Ability to coordinate with and work as a member of a team that includes Principal, Classroom Teacher, Special Educators, other building staff, related service personnel, clinicians and parents * Strong written and verbal communication skills. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Assists with classroom management in substantially separate and/or inclusion classroom * Implements behavior management plans as written * Assists with crisis management plans, including physical management per behavior management protocols when required * Establishes emotionally supportive rapport with students * Travels to general education classes with students as needed * Accurately implements content, instructional and performance modifications as designed by the classroom teacher * Ensures information is shared between teachers when assistant is primary support person or other organizational meetings, as well as professional development as determined by principal and or special education department * Greets students upon arrival to school, assists with student dismissal and debriefs with teacher at the end of the day * Assist student with toileting and hygiene at younger grade levels and some special programs * Performs other duties as delineated by teacher or other supervisor The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.

Paraprofessionals provide assistance to teachers and other school personnel in the delivery of quality education and support services for students in an array of classroom settings. Examples of support services and educational settings include, but are not limited to life skills, developmental classrooms, social, emotional and behavioral support, autism, visual or mobility orientation, language learning delays and medical care. This position is responsible for providing instructional assistance, classroom support and implementation of effective classroom strategies and procedures under the direction of classroom teachers and/or other school personnel. A high level of professionalism and ethical behavior is expected consistent with the job duties and responsibilities of a paraprofessional. COMPENSATION: $24,611.52 - $40,688.39, commensurate with experience

Togetherhood is Coming to Boston! We've built an incredible network of over 400 teachers, coaches, and instructors in New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Now Togetherhood is coming to Boston, and we're looking for amazing instructors who are seeking flexible, good-paying, supplemental work, and are excited about having the freedom to use their own lesson plans and curriculum. About Togetherhood At Togetherhood, we're building something special: a vibrant marketplace where passionate educators meet schools and communities hungry for enrichment. Whether it's arts & crafts, skateboarding, breakdancing, or STEM through the lens of Harry Potter, we match talented instructors with opportunities to share their skills and spark joy in the next generation - and we match assistants to help those instructors to make those classes truly great. Our mission is simple but powerful: “to infuse every community with high quality enrichment and education.” What You'll Do You will be matched with opportunities to be a classroom assistant for 1-2 hour shifts at schools, buildings and communities across Boston. These classroom assisting opportunities will be for terms that could last anywhere from 6 weeks to 18 weeks. In this role, you'll have the following responsibilities: Assist the primary classroom instructor in facilitating a great class Consistently arrive at your class on time (or early!) Create memorable experiences for the children in your classrooms Who You Are Able to create positive class community and build relationships with students Has excitement, joy and passion for teaching kids and personal development/learning Cooperative, supportive, flexible Has a strong work ethic and do whatever it takes mind set At least two references How To Apply Click the Link! Provide a resume showcasing any relevant experience working with kids If you lack formal teaching experience, please share any other relevant experience or training - either in a cover letter, or there's a space on the application questionnaire What to Expect If your resume is a fit, we'll reach out to set up a screening call on Google Meet The final step of the process is onboarding into our platform, ready to accept classes!

Job DescriptionHuntington Learning Center is hiring Part-Time Math Tutors to prep students in Geometry, Algebra I, Algebra II/Trig, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and/or the sciences of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics! These teachers also may help prep students for the math portion of the SAT, ACT, HSPT, and ASVAB exams. As a Huntington Learning Center teacher you get: ● Paid Training -Initial and ongoing training on skills and techniques that even experienced teachers and professionals appreciate. ● No Outside Work -No homework to correct or lesson plans to develop. You walk into the Center and begin teaching. ● Year-Round Flexible Hours -This is an ideal part-time job. No preparation is needed. After-school and summer hours that adapt to your schedule. ● And of course -The most important benefit is that at Huntington, you can make a significant difference in a student's life. Required Qualifications: ● 4-year College Degree ● Math knowledge and understanding of concepts. ● Minimum 10-12 hours per week, work to include evenings & weekends. Must be able to do some weeknights. ● Work onsite E04JI800levd 4018lpo

Holyoke Public Schools is a PreK-12 public school district serving nearly 4,800 students, of whom 80 percent are Latino/Latina, in 11 schools. We employ nearly 1,300 people who together educate and support a richly diverse community of learners. We are committed to recruiting and retaining top-quality educators who believe all children can and will learn and who strive daily to make school a joyful place of discovery, support, and belonging. Holyoke Public Schools' strategic plan, “Moving Forward Together,” builds on the strengths of our past while serving as a call to action to accelerate student learning by thinking differently about how we teach, how we work together, and how we support students' well-being. Many successes contributed to Holyoke's return to local governance after 10 years in state receivership. These include: The highest graduation rate on record of 77.1 percent, an increase of more than 15-points over 10 years Meaningful, applied learning opportunities for high school students, including theme-based academies, career vocational technical education programming, work-based learning, and advanced coursework A comprehensive approach to early literacy that includes strong core instruction and one-on-one tutoring, contributing to more students reading at grade level A thriving dual language English/Spanish program, where nearly 900 students are on their path to becoming bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural More than one-third of Holyoke teachers identify as people of color, a 19-point increase over 10 years. Many partnership programs support staff to earn licensure or additional certification. Please visit the Holyoke Public Schools website to learn more about us, our recent accomplishments, and our commitment to equity. - PERSPECTIVA GENERAL DEL DISTRITO Las Escuelas Públicas de Holyoke son un distrito escolar público que cuenta con 11 escuelas de prekínder a 12.° grado y acoge a casi 4 800 estudiantes, de los cuales el 80 % se identifica como latino o latina. Empleamos a casi 1 300 personas que, en conjunto, educan y apoyan a una comunidad de estudiantes altamente diversa. Estamos comprometidos a contratar y retener educadores de alta calidad que creen firmemente que todos los niños pueden aprender y aprenderán, y que se esfuerzan diariamente por hacer de la escuela un lugar alegre de descubrimiento, apoyo y pertenencia. El plan estratégico de las Escuelas Públicas de Holyoke , “Avanzando Juntos”, se basa en nuestras fortalezas previas y, al mismo tiempo, sirve como un llamado a la acción para acelerar el aprendizaje estudiantil a través de una nueva perspectiva sobre cómo enseñamos, cómo trabajamos en colaboración y cómo apoyamos el bienestar de los estudiantes. Existen numerosos logros que permitieron a Holyoke recuperar el control local después de 10 años de administración judicial. Entre estos logros se encuentran: La tasa de graduación más alta registrada, del 77.1 %, lo que representa un aumento de más de 15 puntos porcentuales en 10 años Oportunidades significativas de aprendizaje práctico para estudiantes de secundaria, que incluyen academias temáticas, programas de educación técnica y vocacional, aprendizaje basado en el trabajo y cursos avanzados Un enfoque integral de la alfabetización temprana que combina una sólida instrucción básica con tutorías individuales, lo cual ha contribuido a que más estudiantes lean a nivel de grado Un próspero programa bilingüe de inglés/español, en el que casi 900 estudiantes avanzan hacia el bilingüismo, la biliteracidad, y la biculturalidad. Más de un tercio de los maestros de Holyoke se identifican como personas de etnicidad diversa, lo que representa un aumento de 19 puntos porcentuales en 10 años. Diversas colaboraciones con programas que han contribuido a que miembros del personal obtengan sus certificaciones o credenciales adicionales. Visite el sitio web de las Escuelas Públicas de Holyoke para obtener más información sobre nuestra comunidad, nuestros logros recientes y nuestro compromiso con la equidad. Job description: Administers, scores, and records such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students. Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher. Assists the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interest, and abilities. Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes. Helps student master equipment or instructional materials assigned by the teacher. Distributes and collects workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction. Guides independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher. Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips. Keeps bulletin board and other classroom learning displays up to date. Reads to students, listens to students read, and participates in other forms of oral communication with students. Assists students in the library or media center. Checks notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and make-up work, as assigned by the teacher. Collects and records collection of money. Serves as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher. Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers. Participates in in-service training programs, as assigned. The classroom teacher should handle serious discipline problems. Paraprofessionals should not administer corporal punishment. The work hours for a paraprofessional will be the same as for teachers. Paraprofessionals will report on days students are present. Qualifications: Associates Degree or higher; Or Highly qualified under No Child Left Behind (NCLB) and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Training or experience working with special needs students preferred.

Kindergarten Paraprofessional $27.82 per hour, 7 hours paid per day, January 12, 2026 - February 27, 2026. The Full Day Kindergarten paraprofessional will assist, support, and work closely with teachers, administrators, and other team members in providing quality education instruction to students in a full day kindergarten classroom. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: * Actively participate in the educational program and help in classroom management, lesson planning, and recording of student data, as requested. * Facilitate students' travel from classroom activities and appointments by giving specific directions and monitoring independent travel. * Participate in staff and /or unit meetings as appropriate. * Monitor all activities to ensure the safety and well-being of students and inform the teacher of any problems, conflicts and/or issues. * Work cooperatively with administrative and nursing staff to ensure that program activities are conducted in a safe and professional manner. * Actively participate in program and professional development activities in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations. * Work with students to implement program goals and objectives. * Maintain professional standards and practices.

Lunch/Recess paraprofessional at Chestnut Hill Community School. is for 2. 5 hours per day. Salary as per paraprofessionals' contract.

Qualifications: I.Bachelor's Degree required. II.Massachusetts License and Experience preferred. III.Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable. Reports to:Regular Education Teacher(s)/SPED Teacher(s) Job Goal: To aid in the provision of a well organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment in which all students, both regular and special education, can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials. Performance Responsibilities: 1. Under the general supervision of a teacher, carries out the instructional activities called for in the assigned students' Individual Educational Plans and in the classroom lesson plans. 2. Works with individual or small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by teacher. 3. Alerts the teacher to any problem or special information about individual students. 4. Assists the teacher in developing strategies for reinforcing materials or skills based upon an understanding of individual student needs, abilities, and interests. 5. Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students. 6. Performs clerical duties and routine classroom procedures. 7. Guides independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up by the teacher. 8. Assists teacher with non-instructional classroom duties, such as snack, toilet, and clothing routines. 9. Monitors and records students' progress on daily and periodic bases, using assigned data-based recording system. 10. Assists teacher with classroom activities. 11. Assists teacher in the supervision of students. Terms of Employment: 12/22/25 through end of 2025-2026 school year Salary Range: Step 1

Definition: Paraprofessionals generally support students in PreK-4 Inclusion programs, middle school (Grades 5-8) co-taught programs, the high school inclusion program and the high school co-taught program. Includes working in schools/programs with students in PreK-4 Inclusion Program. Paraprofessionals do not generally have child specific assignments, but rather are assigned to a classroom or classrooms. Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. General support of a classroom or classrooms Provide academic support and carry over of the lessons the teacher and Special Education Teacher has developed Provide all accommodations delineated within a student's designated IEP/504 Implement modifications that have been developed by the classroom teacher and/or Special Education Teacher Develop materials based on specific instruction from the classroom teacher and/or Special Education Teacher Create opportunities and instructs students to be independent in a variety of settings across their school day Provide carry over of instructional practices developed by related service providers (speech, OT, PT, Psychologist) Potentially assigned to multiple/different classroom grade levels or teams Ability to implement behavioral/social support plans within the classroom to individual students or group of students (including but not limited to attending, non-compliance, completion of tasks, following rules and classroom expectations) Provide small or whole group instruction within the classroom Regular education and special education students will be supported Engage individual and small groups of learners in instructional activities Follow prescribed criteria for providing and/or fading student support Share relevant information about learners with teachers and other school personnel as needed to facilitate problem solving, decision-making, and program planning Support students to access a variety of technology Complete all required documentation related to incidents, accidents, discipline, assault, etc. Complete data collection related to academic functioning/student performance that supports instruction Facilitate positive relationships and engagements with peers Support students with organization of materials, assignments and schedules May be required to assist student taking notes or scribing Based on the student population and census in the buildings, may be assigned to different buildings Ensure that all accommodations outlined in the DCAP (District Curriculum Accommodation Plan) are implemented based on student needs Assist in the development of portfolios for MCAS when appropriate Assist in the facilitation of MCAS based on accommodations Support students during their specials, lunch, and recess times Facilitate and support arrival and dismissal times Maintain student confidentiality Carry out other related assignments designated by the Principal Required Skills, Experience, and Competencies: High school degree or equivalent Enjoys working with children and is dedicated to the education of all children Exemplifies the core values of North Middlesex Regional School District Academic knowledge of the curriculum of the grade level supported

QUALIFICATIONS * Evidence of highly qualified status through the provision of transcripts documenting 48 credit hours earned at an institution of higher education or Associates Degree (or higher degree) * Experience in working with children, preferably within an educational setting Reports to:Special Educator, Building Principal and Director of Pupil Personnel Services Job Goal: Working under the direction of the classroom teacher and special education teacher to provide instructional and behavioral support to students as needed. Specific support will be provided as directed by the special education teacher. GENERAL DUTIES: * To participate effectively as part of a team in the provision of services to students. Implement instructional and behavioral programs and related data collection, including ABA services. * Work with students in Inclusion classes, pull-out classes, or individually, to reinforce lessons and skills introduced by the teacher. * Maintain student, staff, and family confidentiality at all times. * Assist with supervision of daily routines and schedules including meals, emergency drills, assemblies, recess, or field trips. This may include services such as feeding, toileting, diapering and assisting therapists as well as other services. Assist with functional data collection and share relevant information about learners with teachers and other school personnel as needed to facilitate problem solving, decision making, and program planning. * Instruct assigned students on how to interact appropriately with other students and adults and encourage students' independence whenever possible. * Assist with maintaining the safety of students in the school, playground, and community. * Demonstrate flexibility, confidentiality and professional communication. Assist assigned teacher at all times with the curriculum, accommodations and modifications, and supervision of students. * Exhibit a professional manner and appearance, and show enthusiasm for and interest in the student's instructional program. * Read and help to implement individual student IEPs and learning plans. * Participate in appropriate staff development as required to ensure professional growth. * Perform other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements * The position requires a moderate amount of walking, standing, sitting and climbing stairs and step stool whenever necessary. Activities also include moderate physical exertion in body movement such as reaching, bending, twisting, grasping, pushing, and pulling of objects. * The position requires lifting objects of 20 pounds on a frequent basis, and over 20 pounds occasionally. * There is a frequent requirement of physical restraint of children with disabilities and frequent lifting of children. There is a frequent requirement of fine manipulation associated with the required use of a computer, typewriter, keyboard, calculator, and other business machines. SALARY: Per Paraprofessional Salary Schedule

We are seeking a part-time Elementary Classroom Assistant to teach in a classical and Catholic classroom for approximately 13-14 hours per week during the 2025-26 academic year at our center in Dedham, MA. You do not need a teaching certification nor formal teaching experience to apply. We will teach you everything you need to know. The right applicant may have experience homeschooling or working with homeschool children, ministry in your Catholic parish, teaching Religious Education or Catechism classes, teaching your own children, or perhaps teaching in a classical or private school (although not required). Regina Caeli Academy (******************* is a classical homeschool academy in the Catholic tradition. RCA is a national organization that offers instruction in a formal Socratic classroom setting on Mondays and Thursdays. The positions are hourly, and childcare/nursery is provided. Please see our Vacation and Holy Days here. No additional vacation days are given (accommodations made for sick days as needed). Applicants must be able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and have a deep love for the Catholic faith. Curriculum and grading guidelines are provided. Tutors are trained to provide instruction and classroom management according to RCA standards. The ideal applicant will have strong communication skills, good organization, timeliness, a traditional view of the student/teacher relationship, and must be living the Catholic faith day-to-day, including having received all the sacraments appropriate to his or her state in life. All staff complete a background check and RCA Safe Child training prior to teaching at Regina Caeli Academy. Hours are Mondays and Thursdays 8:45 am - 3:30 pm. Tutors must be willing to prepare for classes at home and come to class prepared to teach in a highly structured environment. All employees of Regina Caeli are required to have a clear background check

Holyoke Public Schools is a PreK-12 public school district serving nearly 4,800 students, of whom 80 percent are Latino/Latina, in 11 schools. We employ nearly 1,300 people who together educate and support a richly diverse community of learners. We are committed to recruiting and retaining top-quality educators who believe all children can and will learn and who strive daily to make school a joyful place of discovery, support, and belonging. Holyoke Public Schools' strategic plan, "Moving Forward Together," builds on the strengths of our past while serving as a call to action to accelerate student learning by thinking differently about how we teach, how we work together, and how we support students' well-being. Many successes contributed to Holyoke's return to local governance after 10 years in state receivership. These include: * The highest graduation rate on record of 77.1 percent, an increase of more than 15-points over 10 years * Meaningful, applied learning opportunities for high school students, including theme-based academies, career vocational technical education programming, work-based learning, and advanced coursework * A comprehensive approach to early literacy that includes strong core instruction and one-on-one tutoring, contributing to more students reading at grade level * A thriving dual language English/Spanish program, where nearly 900 students are on their path to becoming bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural * More than one-third of Holyoke teachers identify as people of color, a 19-point increase over 10 years. Many partnership programs support staff to earn licensure or additional certification. Please visit the Holyoke Public Schools website to learn more about us, our recent accomplishments, and our commitment to equity. * PERSPECTIVA GENERAL DEL DISTRITO Las Escuelas Públicas de Holyoke son un distrito escolar público que cuenta con 11 escuelas de prekínder a 12.° grado y acoge a casi 4 800 estudiantes, de los cuales el 80 % se identifica como latino o latina. Empleamos a casi 1 300 personas que, en conjunto, educan y apoyan a una comunidad de estudiantes altamente diversa. Estamos comprometidos a contratar y retener educadores de alta calidad que creen firmemente que todos los niños pueden aprender y aprenderán, y que se esfuerzan diariamente por hacer de la escuela un lugar alegre de descubrimiento, apoyo y pertenencia. El plan estratégico de las Escuelas Públicas de Holyoke , "Avanzando Juntos", se basa en nuestras fortalezas previas y, al mismo tiempo, sirve como un llamado a la acción para acelerar el aprendizaje estudiantil a través de una nueva perspectiva sobre cómo enseñamos, cómo trabajamos en colaboración y cómo apoyamos el bienestar de los estudiantes. Existen numerosos logros que permitieron a Holyoke recuperar el control local después de 10 años de administración judicial. Entre estos logros se encuentran: * La tasa de graduación más alta registrada, del 77.1 %, lo que representa un aumento de más de 15 puntos porcentuales en 10 años * Oportunidades significativas de aprendizaje práctico para estudiantes de secundaria, que incluyen academias temáticas, programas de educación técnica y vocacional, aprendizaje basado en el trabajo y cursos avanzados * Un enfoque integral de la alfabetización temprana que combina una sólida instrucción básica con tutorías individuales, lo cual ha contribuido a que más estudiantes lean a nivel de grado * Un próspero programa bilingüe de inglés/español, en el que casi 900 estudiantes avanzan hacia el bilingüismo, la biliteracidad, y la biculturalidad. * Más de un tercio de los maestros de Holyoke se identifican como personas de etnicidad diversa, lo que representa un aumento de 19 puntos porcentuales en 10 años. Diversas colaboraciones con programas que han contribuido a que miembros del personal obtengan sus certificaciones o credenciales adicionales. Visite el sitio web de las Escuelas Públicas de Holyoke para obtener más información sobre nuestra comunidad, nuestros logros recientes y nuestro compromiso con la equidad. Job description: * Administers, scores, and records such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students. * Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher. * Assists the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interest, and abilities. * Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes. * Helps student master equipment or instructional materials assigned by the teacher. * Distributes and collects workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction. * Guides independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher. * Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips. * Keeps bulletin board and other classroom learning displays up to date. * Reads to students, listens to students read, and participates in other forms of oral communication with students. * Assists students in the library or media center. * Checks notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and make-up work, as assigned by the teacher. * Collects and records collection of money. * Serves as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher. * Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers. * Participates in in-service training programs, as assigned. * The classroom teacher should handle serious discipline problems. * Paraprofessionals should not administer corporal punishment. * The work hours for a paraprofessional will be the same as for teachers. * Paraprofessionals will report on days students are present. Qualifications: * Associates Degree or higher; Or Highly qualified under No Child Left Behind (NCLB) and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). * Training or experience working with special needs students preferred.