ABA Paraprofessional -Strive Program Parker Middle School

ABA Paraprofessional - STRIVE PROGRAM Parker Middle School

Job : 5295636

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 21, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 25, 2025

Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy for the  school year. The district reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill it based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position: ABA Paraprofessional, STRIVE program

Location: Parker Middle School

Description: The successful candidate will work with students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Interest in working with students with exceptionalities is required; experience with an Applied Behavior Analysis approach is preferred but not mandatory. Training will be provided. The position involves working 1:1 and/or with small groups of students in a sub-separate special education classroom and/or within the inclusion general education setting.

• Must be ABA trained or be willing to be trained.
• Knowledge and understanding of ASD disability.
• Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
• Knowledge of special education procedures.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the identified school level: elementary, middle or high school.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
• Support students academically, emotionally, behaviorally, socially in the school setting.
• Assist students with toileting as needed.
• Ability to follow directions and implement accommodations and modifications as directed by teachers and related service providers.
• Ability to collect data consistently.
• Ability to consistently implement procedures of a behavior support plan.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications may be acceptable to the principal, special education coordinator, or Director of Student Services.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

The Parker Middle School staff is committed to the unique development of each child. We recognize the distinct social, emotional, and physical needs of early adolescence and strive to give our students a sense of belonging in a dynamic learning environment. We embrace a shared responsibility with the students, parents, and the community for students to reach their individual academic potentials by demonstrating the value of learning, promoting respect, encouraging wise choices, and setting high expectations for student achievement.

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

We are seeking a team player to work in our specialized programs. Candidate must be able to attend and complete ABA training as part of this assignment.

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well as a member of a team.
• Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues and provide ongoing support and direction to students.
• Associate degree preferred.

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