ABA Paraprofessional – Parker Middle School Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

ABA Paraprofessional

• Parker Middle School
  Chelmsford Public Schools
  Parker Middle School
• Chelmsford, Massachusetts Special Education Department
• Chelmsford, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5242952

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday Starting Date:

Aug 25, 2025 Job Description
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:

ABA Paraprofessional

Location:

Parker Middle School Description:

The successful candidate will work with students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Interest in working with students with exceptionalities is required and work with an Applied Behavior Analysis approach is preferred but not mandatory. Training will be provided for the right candidate. Position involves working 1:1 and/or with small groups of students in a sub-separate special education classroom and/or within the inclusion general education setting.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be ABA trained (Applied Behavior Analysis) or be willing to be trained.
Knowledge and understanding of ASD disability.
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 identified school level: elementary, middle or high school.
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.
Ability to consistently implement procedures of a behavior support plan.
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

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA Welcome to Parker Middle School, Special Education Department The Parker Middle School staff is committed to the unique development of each child. We recognize the distinct social, emotional, and physical needs of early adolescence and strive to give our students a sense of belonging in a dynamic learning environment. We embrace a shared responsibility with the students, parents and the community for students to reach their individual academic potentials by demonstrating the value of learning, promoting respect, encouraging wise choices, and setting high expectations for student achievement., Equal Opportunity Employer 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. Job Requirements
We are seeking a team player to work in our specialized programs. Candidate must be able to attend and complete ABA training as part of this assignment.

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required
• 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