Paraeducator, Instructional Candidate Pool

Howard County Public School System • Lawrence, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the principal or assistant principal, and with direct guidance from licensed teachers and specialists, the Instructional Paraeducator provides hands-on support to students individually or in small groups throughout the school day. This role focuses on helping students with academic, behavioral, and language skills, including those with disabilities and multilingual learners. The paraeducator follows students’ special plans such as IEPs and 504 Plans, works with the instructional team, participates in planning, and tracks student progress. By providing individualized support, this position helps ensure all students have equitable opportunities to succeed and align with HCPSS’s mission to offer inclusive, effective learning for every learner.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Additional Requirements for Title I Schoolwide Program Schools High School Diploma/GED Equivalent and a passing score on the ParaPro.
• or 48 college credits or more from an accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with students in a PK-12 setting.
• One (1) year of experience working with children with disabilities.
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instructional support to individual students and small groups under the guidance of licensed teachers. (40%)
• Supports multilingual learners and students with disabilities in accessing grade-level curriculum using scaffolding and instructional strategies aligned to lesson objectives. (20%)
• Implements teacher-designed supplemental instruction and interventions aligned with MTSS Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 supports, including documentation of student progress and intervention responses. (15%)
• Assists in delivering academic and behavioral interventions developed by the instructional team. (15%)
• Ensures student safety across diverse environments—including classrooms, lunch time, and field trips—by providing active supervision, instructional reinforcement, and essential personal care such as lifting, positioning, and hygiene assistance. (10%)

Benefits

• HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
• Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED