Noon Aide

Noon Aide (5829)

Westborough Public Schools 3210010 Fales Elementary School, Westborough, Massachusetts. Position open.

• Job : 5797380
• Final date to receive applications: Jul 06, 2026 6:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Re-Posted: Jun 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Sep 2, 2026

The Fales Elementary School, Westborough, MA seeks a dynamic Noon Aide (lunch/recess monitor) to join our caring staff beginning in the  school year. Tuesday and Thursday 11:15-1:30.

The Westborough Public Schools is a high-performing district that values academic excellence, equity, and wellness. We educate approximately 4,000 students from Pre‑K through age 22, from homes that speak almost 30 different languages. Our student population is approximately 54% Students of Color and 46% White students. We support our staff through ongoing collaboration, ensuring safety, health, sense of belonging, and professional growth.

With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post‑secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful global citizens.

Job Title: Para educator, Noon Aide Department: General Education Paraeducators Reports to: Principal Work Year: 180 days FLSA Status: Non‑exempt, Unit B, not benefits eligible Salary Range: ESP Salary Scale

The Noon Aide supervises students during lunch and recess, ensuring a safe and enjoyable time. The role provides support in domains such as social‑emotional, behavioral, and life skills throughout lunch and recess.

• Education: High school graduate or GED. Solid related experience may substitute for a degree.
• Specialized Knowledge Preferred: Child growth and development, cultural proficiency, social‑emotional learning.
• CORI, SORI, and Fingerprinting: All appointments are conditional based on a satisfactory CORI, SORI, and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR 51.00.

• Experience working with children ages 4‑12.
• Experience working with English Language Learners and in a diverse public school setting.
• Experience with students with special abilities, including physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and/or learning challenges.
• Experience supporting children with life skills such as communication, eating, cleaning, and playing.

• Create a welcoming, supportive, and safe lunch and recess environment.
• Empower students to be critical thinkers who can reflect on their learning, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and implement learned strategies.
• Partner and collaborate with other Noon Aides and school staff.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with children and adults.
• Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, are highly desirable.
• Multi‑task in a fast‑paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth.

• Maintain a record of regular attendance, arrive and depart at specified contractual times, and follow appropriate protocols when absent or tardy.
• Maintain the physical strength and agility needed to perform job responsibilities.
• Maintain professional boundaries with students and families/caregivers.
• Ensure confidentiality of records, performance, and personal information related to students and their families/caregivers.
• Think and work flexibly with the ability to adjust when needed.
• Ensure proper safety practices are followed at all times.
• Create a welcoming and supportive lunch and recess environment that embraces diversity and ensures equitable opportunities. Serve as a role model for students and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes.
• Provide intensive attention and instruction to social and physical needs, including peer and adult interactions.
• Provide social‑emotional and behavioral support as needed during lunch and recess.
• De‑escalate students if necessary (e.g., remove from lunchroom or playground, consult with administrator or other school personnel).
• Display flexibility in accepting and carrying out assignments and responsibilities.
• Wipe down cafeteria tables and maintain cleanliness in the lunch room.
• Comply with policies as outlined in the Westborough Public Schools Employee Handbook.
• Perform any other relative duties as assigned.

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the WPS Para educator’s Evaluation system.

Salary and benefits for permanent benefits‑eligible employees are per the contract between the Westborough School Committee and the Westborough Education Association.

The Westborough Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by law.

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Tammy Costello, Director of Human Resources
• 45 West Main Street
• Westborough, Massachusetts 01581
• Phone: 508‑836‑7700
• Email: costellot