Paraprofessional Associate (2026-2027 School Year)

About the Role

Assists teachers with instructional and non-instructional classroom and other student-related functions, following all laws, Board Policies, regulations, rules, and procedures. Works under the direction of teachers and other professional staff to support student learning and school operations.

Responsibilities

• Establishes effective working rapport with staff and maintains positive relationships with internal and external publics.
• Assists in implementing instructional and non-instructional programs, working with students individually or in small groups.
• Collaborates with general education, special education teachers, and other professional staff.
• Plans and prepares the learning environment, sets up equipment, and prepares materials and supplies.
• Administers instruction and/or assessments to individuals or small groups as directed.
• Attends required meetings and staff development programs.
• Supervises instructional and non-instructional activities and areas.
• Performs clerical and other assigned tasks.
• Monitors and addresses student behavior, reporting performance and progress to teachers.
• Operates instructional or non-instructional equipment as applicable.
• Creates individualized learning materials under supervision.
• Provides academic and non-academic instruction, remediation, and reinforcement to students.
• Delivers technology-assisted instruction for remediation and reinforcement.
• Supports students with instructional needs, monitors progress, and assists inside or outside the classroom.
• Provides documentation, record-keeping, or maintains logs/journals as appropriate.
• Assists students with motor or mobility limitations, including rotating, stretching, or lifting.
• Provides assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL), such as toileting, diapering, hygiene, organizing materials, and dressing.
• Assists teachers in communicating and collaborating with parents/guardians.
• Completes School Based Access Program (MA) service logs daily and submits them weekly.
• Maintains a safe school environment by reporting dangerous situations, accidents, or injuries.
• Advocates for students by reporting suspected cases of abuse, neglect, health issues, or learning deficiencies.
• Maintains highly qualified status and participates in professional development activities.
• Works additional hours as necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

Qualifications

• Two years of postsecondary general education or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain highly qualified status.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Effective communication, judgment, planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow directives and adhere to the established chain of command.
• Dependable, punctual, flexible, and professionally attired.
• Courteous to students, staff, and the public.
• Adequate interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently or on a team.
• Necessary technology-related knowledge and computer skills.
• Evidence of professional growth and development by staying current in the field.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain standing or in a stationary position for prolonged periods.
• Ability to move about the work area to access materials, file cabinets, and machinery.
• Ability to operate position-related equipment.
• Ability to travel between school district buildings and other job-related locations.
• Ability to withstand changes in environmental conditions inside and outside the work facility.
• Ability to access all work areas and locations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, or reach above shoulder level to store and retrieve materials.
• Ability to lift as required.
• Must perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.