Paraeducator - Grade 4 Special Education Inclusion

Para educator - Grade 4 Special Education Inclusion

Holyoke Public Schools – Morgan, Holyoke, Massachusetts

Job : 5821942

Final date to receive applications: Jul 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

• Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher.
• Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes.
• Helps students master equipment and/or instructional materials assigned by the teacher.
• Assists in the implementation of behavioral modification programs as directed and supervised by the teacher. Keeps behavioral logs and data (daily and weekly).
• Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
• Assists students with mobility and personal care.
• Assists with lunch, snack and cleanup routines.
• Dress for physical education activities so you can assist students.
• Meet the buses and assist students in breakfast and lunch routines.
• Assists with wash-ups and toilet routines, diapering and tooth brushing.

• Associate’s Degree or higher; OR completing at least two years, or 48 credit hours, of study at an institution of higher education; OR passing a formal assessment measuring one’s knowledge of and ability to assist classroom teachers in reading, writing, and mathematics. (Work Keys or Parapro Assessment)
• Training or experience working with Special Needs Students preferred.
• Experience working in an urban setting, preferred.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent teamwork skills.
• Bilingual applicants (Spanish) strongly encouraged to apply.

Full-Time

$18.50 to $23.50 FT10

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• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.