Long Term Substitute Paraeducator - Goodnow Elementary School

Marlborough Public Schools•Marlborough, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Long Term Substitute Paraeducator supports students at Goodnow Elementary School during the 2026–2027 school year, from as soon as possible through January 11, 2027. The role works under the Principal and/or designee, receives direction from designated special education staff when supporting students in special education, and works with the Director of Student Services on overall functions. Compensation is $110 per day. The paraeducator assists with instruction and supervision, supporting students’ academic, social, and behavioral needs in inclusion, small-group, individual, or separate settings under the direction of teachers, service providers, or administrators. The role includes following IEP and 504 Plan provisions; assisting with assessments; collecting and reporting student data; and supporting students’ daily tasks and independence. It may also involve crisis response and physical management, with training provided, and requires maintaining certification in de-escalation and physical management techniques.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully as part of a team, demonstrating constructive behaviors.
Ability to lift 25 pounds occasionally and transfer heavier amounts with assistance from other staff and/or student-transfer apparatus.
Physical agility for frequent bending, sitting, standing, kneeling, and lifting, and occasional running.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor settings.
Ability to work with a diverse group of student learners.

Nice To Haves

Passing the Para-Pro test or successfully completing 48 undergraduate credits from an accredited college or university.
Bilingual ability in Spanish and/or Portuguese; required for English learner paraeducators.
Prior experience with children in a school or similar setting.

Responsibilities

Assist in the instruction and supervision of students in inclusion, small-group, individual, or separate settings, under the direction of teachers, service providers, or administrators.
Support students academically, socially, and behaviorally and follow provisions specified in students’ IEPs and 504 Plans.
Assist students with standardized and non-standardized tests, curriculum-based measures, and other assessments.
Support student safety during crises, including taking action or assisting educators, the school crisis team, and administrators with restraint in accordance with approved school or district procedures.
Attend training and maintain certification in de-escalation and physical management techniques.
Collect individual student data and report concerns or progress information.
Escort and supervise students to and from school facilities and other areas.
Collaborate with special education, general education, English learner, and subject-area teachers and related-service staff.
Help establish a positive learning environment and respond to individual student needs.
Assist students with daily tasks, including eating, mobility, communication, dressing, toileting, and diapering.
Lift and carry learners who require support and promote independence for students with disabilities.
Safeguard confidential information in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA.
Perform other general duties as assigned or directed by teachers, principals, supervisors, directors, the Superintendent or designee, and School Committee policies.