Paraeducator-Special Education

Starting Date:
Aug 31, 2026

HUDSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Department:
Building

Reports to:
Principal

FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt

Professional Group:
Para educator Union

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core values of the Hudson Public Schools. We believe that the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together to learn. Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective and a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity in education are particularly encouraged to apply.

SUMMARY:

Para educators support a variety of positions throughout the school district. They may support Classroom Teachers, Reading Specialists, School Psychologists, Librarians, and Behavioral Program Teachers. They work directly with one or more SPED Liaisons to support a student’s IEP goals and may work closely with other school staff.

**$500.00 sign on Bonus for Paraeducators who are hired in the  school year!** (see below for additional details)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with the SPED Liaison and Teachers to implement IEP (Individualized Education Program) accommodations.
• Support students on IEPs to facilitate success in the educational setting.
• Assist students in completing classroom assignments and participation in classroom activities.
• Assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures and assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Provide positive specific feedback to students. ? Facilitate small group and/or one-to-one instruction.
• Collect data in support of IEP goals, objectives, and/or behavior plans.

BUILDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Arrive at school promptly at assigned time.
• May be assigned bus duty, lunch duty, recess duty, hall duty, and/or other duties to monitor and assist students with transition.
• Maintain a professional attitude at all times.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
• Effectively communicate with students and other staff orally and in writing.
• May be required to assist with other duties as requested by the Principal.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to follow written and/or oral directions of the SPED Liaison, Teacher, IEP, and/or principal.
• Understand and uphold confidentiality requirements regarding student academic, special education, and medical records.
• Understand responsibilities as a Mandated Reporter under state law.
• Understand and implement emergency preparedness procedures when circumstances require.
• Perform duties with awareness of District and Hudson Board of Education policies.
• Attend Professional Development programs as offered by the district.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Public school environment with an acceptable noise level.
• May be required occasionally to meet multiple demands from several sources.
• Majority of the work is indoors. May be required to spend time outdoors supervising students during recess, emergency procedures, and special activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Hudson Public Schools will make every effort to accommodate disability requirements as per ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990).
• Para educators may have duties which require the ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, bend or twist at the neck or trunk.
• Para educators will need to use an iPad, Chrome Book, or similar device.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Have obtained an associate (or higher) degree, or
• Have at least two years of post‑secondary education that is equivalent to at least 48 credit hours from an accredited higher education institution,
• High School Diploma/GED and have met a rigorous standard on one of the formal Massachusetts‑endorsed Assessments:
  Parapro or Work Keys.

BENEFITS:

• 10‑month, 183 work days
• 3 personal days, 12 sick days prorated pursuant to date of hire
• This is a salaried position distributed over 26 paychecks including a lump sum in June to cover summer pay
• $500.00 sign‑on bonus – paid out following 40 calendar days of work
• Referral Bonus of $500.00 eligible if recommending a new employee and they are employed in excess of three months
• Benefit eligible on start date; 30 days to enroll in coverage from start date.
• Benefit information available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-Benefits

Restatement of legal rights and accommodations has been omitted for brevity. Applicants who require accommodations during the application or employment process may contact Human Resources.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $22.13 to $29.43 Per Hour

Job Requirements:

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.