Paraeducator; Stall Brook Elementary

Para educator (Stall Brook Elementary) – 2 Positions

Bellingham Public Schools – Stall Brook Elementary School, Bellingham, Massachusetts. Starting Date:
August 24, 2026.

Scheduled for ten (10) months, 184 days, following the school calendar. Hours include 35 hours per week (7 hours per day) for BMS/BHS or 33.75 hours per week (6.75 hours per day) for Preschool/Elementary/KMA.

• Passing score on the Para Pro Test or another state‑approved assessment, or an associate degree (waiving the test).
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Willingness to accept direction and cooperate with all staff.
• Prior experience with children in a school setting, preferred.
• Evidence of emotional maturity and stability necessary for the specialized work involved.
• Physical ability to move in and out of offices and classrooms, climb stairs, kneel, and lift or carry materials up to 20 pounds (or, with assistance, up to 75 pounds).
• Good judgment, tact, diplomacy, and respect for confidentiality; sensitivity to child issues; resourceful, thorough, initiative, patient, courteous, dependable, and enthusiastic.
• Willingness to learn and use Assistive Technology.
• Proficiency with online platforms such as Google Meet and Google Classroom.
• Acceptance of alternative qualifications deemed appropriate by the Superintendent of Schools.

Principal, BCBA, Director of Student Services, or a designated designee.

• Assist the teacher with direct, indirect, and general instructional support.
• Support selection, utilization, and management of educational materials and supplies.
• Help administer achievement, diagnostic testing, and behavior modification programs.
• Aid in classroom management, addressing student behavior, and encouraging effort.
• Supervise students during school activities and regular hours; assume teacher responsibility in their absence.
• Provide flexibility across multiple classrooms and school environments.
• Participate in required staff development and professional development activities.
• Prepare for instructional events and other educational or non‑educational activities under a certified teacher’s supervision and in accordance with students’ IEPs.
• Implement support strategies and interventions developed by the teacher or BCBA to reinforce skills based on individual student needs.
• Serve as a positive role model, treating students with respect and dignity.
• Directly work with children to support academic, social, self‑care (ADLs), and vocational skill development.
• Reinforce generalization of skills and community integration.
• Complete onboarding, district policies, procedures, and annual mandatory trainings.
• Act as a resource person to communicate specific instruction and goal attainment to teachers.
• Contribute to behavioral interventions and obtain Safety Care certification (full restraint training provided).
• Implement treatment, health, safety, and behavior plans for students, ensuring a safe and successful learning environment.
• Collect data as required.
• Collaborate with team members, including BCBA and RBT staff.
• Apply ABA strategies with provided training.
• Assist with toileting or lifting certain students with disabilities per IEP, when required.
• Perform any other duties directed by the Principal, BCBA, and/or Director of Student Services.

• Reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Support self‑help and independence skills.
• Implement remedial and review exercises, practice, and drill work as outlined by the teacher.
• Aid in independent study, enrichment, or remedial work.
• Help students master instructional tasks and assist with test taking or instructional technology use.
• Observe and document student performance and behaviors.
• Implement curriculum modifications or accommodations designed by professional staff.
• Escort and supervise student movement throughout the school and during transportation.
• Proctor testing and provide make‑up work assistance.
• Supervise students during breaks, lunches, community trips, fire drills, assemblies, and other assigned duties.
• Set up and operate instructional or assistive technology equipment under teacher direction.
• Participate actively in professional development activities appropriate to district expectations.
• Perform other general duties as indicated by school leadership and district policies.

Position Type:
Full‑Time
Salary:
Up to $23.18 per hour

• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Lisa Surrette
• 4 Mechanic Street, Bellingham, Massachusetts 02019
• Phone:
• Email: lsurrette