Paraeducator, Special Education, Grades K-3 (5588) Position Available In Worcester, Massachusetts

Paraeducator, Special Education, Grades K-3 (5588)
Westborough Public Schools
3210025 Hastings Elementary School – Westborough, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Westborough Public Schools
Job Details

Job ID:

5247958

Application Deadline:

Jun 30, 2025 6:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Jun 18, 2025

Starting Date:

Aug 25, 2025
Job Description
The Westborough Public Schools is seeking a
dynamic special education paraeducator to join our staff at Hastings School
beginning in the 2025-2026 school year (Monday, 7.5 hours/day, Tuesday-Friday, 6.5 hours per day)
The Westborough Public Schools seek professionals who are excited to join a high-performing district where academic excellence, equity and wellness are our core values. We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose stellar staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families. We educate approximately 4,000 students from Pre-K through age 22, from homes that speak almost 30 different languages. Our student population is approximately 49% Students of Color and 51% White students. We support our passionate, dedicated, and highly skilled staff through ongoing collaboration to ensure their safety, health, sense of belonging, and professional growth. With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful global citizens.

Job Title:

Special Education Paraeducator
Reports to: Principal and Student Services Coordinator

Department:

Student Services
School year and days: 2025-2026, 184 days

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt, Unit B

Salary Range:

Paraeducator Salary Scales

Qualifications:

Education:

Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s from an accredited college/university in a related field
Solid related experience may substitute for a degree

Specialized Knowledge Preferred:

child growth and development, disabilities, applied behavioral analysis (ABA), growth mindset, inclusive practices, cultural proficiency, anti-bias instruction, social-emotional learning, assistive technology and/or technology integration

CORI and Fingerprinting:

All appointments are conditional based on a satisfactory CORI and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR 51.00.

Preferred Experience:

Working in a diverse public school setting and with English Language learners
Working with students with special abilities, including students with physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and/or learning challenges
Collecting data and implementing IEPs under the direction of a special educator
Teaching life skills such as communication, eating, cleaning, and toileting
Highly desirable to have experience with:
Knowledge in the areas of literacy and math instruction Second Step
Responsive Classroom
PBS (Positive Behavioral Supports) using the FAIR system
Zones of Regulation
Social Thinking
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

Skills:

Creates a welcoming, supportive, and equitable learning environment Implements instructional and assessment modifications and/or accommodations as directed and where needed
Empowers students to be critical thinkers who can reflect on their learning, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and implement learned strategies
Partners and collaborates with team teachers, department colleagues, and specialists
Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with students and colleagues
Integrates technology in order to enhance and extend student learning experiences
Has a passion for working with students and be flexible and collaborative
Demonstrate a belief in growth mindset for students and self
Multitasks in a fast-paced environment and nurture student growth
Possessing Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, is highly desirable

CENTRAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB INCLUDE

(but are not limited to):
Maintain the physical strength and agility needed to perform job responsibilities
Maintain professional boundaries with students and families/caregivers
Ensure confidentiality of records, performance, and personal information related to students and their families/caregivers
Think and work flexibly with the ability to adjust when needed
Becomes familiar with and implements the students’ educational, social-emotional, and behavioral needs as outlined in the students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and/or Individual Behavior Plan (IBP)
Fosters student growth and independence at their individual level
Displays flexibility in accepting and carrying out assignments and responsibilities
Participates in professional development activities and attends meetings as directed by the Principal or Student Services Coordinator
Demonstrates a willingness to learn and administer individualized student programs and technology devices
Any other relative duties as assigned. The Preschool and Intensive Special Education Paraeducator must also be able to perform job responsibilities outlined below: Assisting students with physical, cognitive disabilities and/or limited mobility with feeding, toileting, diapering, and managing other personal care tasks including possible exposure to bodily fluids (training and protocols will be provided)
Responding to emergency situations such as behavioral challenges, student altercations, medical needs (instead of injuries) etc.
Staying focused on student need and safety amid a busy, noisy, and sometimes stressful work environment

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the WPS Paraeducator’s Evaluation system.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits, for permanent benefits eligible staff, are per the contract between the Westborough School Committee
and the Westborough Education Association.
The Westborough Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by law.

Date Updated:

3/21/2025

Position Type:

1. Full-Time “Permanent”