Long Term Substitute Paraprofessional Educator/Special Education - Group 1 (3295)

Natick Public Schools • Natick, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Natick Public Schools Seek a Paraprofessional Educator/Special Education - Group 1 Long Term Substitute for the period of 8/24/2026 - 11/16/2026. Natick Public Schools educates approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22 and is described as an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district. The district is committed to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful citizens of a global world, serving a diverse student population that speaks almost 60 different languages. They welcome educators who seek and thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the whole child in a strengths-based approach, and partner in their mission to support diversity, promote equitable practices, and create meaningful connections for all.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Thorough understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice as they relate to student, staff and community engagement and cultivation.
• Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed.
• Candidates should have a passion for working with students, families, and colleagues.
• Candidates must be flexible and collaborative.
• Candidates must be able to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth.
• Candidates must be organized and able to meet ongoing, time-sensitive deadlines for work production.
• Formal application
• Rating of education and experience
• Oral interviews
• Reference check
• Strong record of work performance in current and previous roles required
• Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and PowerSchool preferred, but will train the right candidate.
• Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, are highly desirable.
• Alternative degrees/experience may be substituted for the above at the discretion of the Superintendent, if such a substitution brings a strong candidate forward.

Responsibilities

• Works with students individually and in small groups in special education or general education settings, reviewing and reinforcing lessons and implementing prescribed instruction.
• Assists the teacher in responding to the special needs of individual students.
• Accompanies students for transitions as necessary.
• Administers or assists in the administration of alternative testing, including classroom, district, and state assessments.
• May correct the day-to-day work of students.
• Carries out teacher-planned learning exercises, including instruction of core curriculum, academic support, and support of related therapies (speech and language, occupational and physical therapy, mobility training).
• Performs classroom and other appropriate tasks designated by the supervising teacher/principal.
• Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully certified teachers.
• Participates in staff development programs as assigned.
• Participates in consultation with special education staff.
• Implement individual behavior support plans as written.
• Establishes an effective work relationship with classroom teachers, specialists, and administration.
• Predominantly performs duties in mainstream, general education or learning center/small group classrooms.
• May be required to engage in and maintain district provided safety care training as identified by administration.
• Collect and record accurate data on student academics, behaviors or other goal areas and progress.
• Support students in developing communication, social, and academic skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to maintain consistent behavior supports.
• Performs other such duties as assigned by the building principal, supervising teacher, Special Education Coordinator, or Director for Student Services.
• Works with district and school leadership to combat systemic barriers that limit student, family, and staff members’ equitable access to opportunity.
• Identifies and addresses bias and its impact on rigor and opportunity for students and staff.
• Updates policies and equitable access procedures.
• Any other relative duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Salary and benefits per contract with the Education Association of Natick

What This Job Offers

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