Paraeducator - School to Work - Full Time

Wilmington Public Schools West Intermediate School - Wilmington, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Educational Assistant - STRIDES
Wilmington Public Schools West Intermediate School - Wilmington, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details
Job ID: 5866078

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 03, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026

Job Description

Support students within and outside of the general education classroom according to their IEP (Individual
Educational Program)

Work with the classroom teacher and assist in the classroom as the teacher deems appropriate. This may include, but
not limited to, small group instruction, giving frequent breaks, making modifications for students and working with
diverse learning styles

Work with moderate and/or severe special needs population, such as learning disabilities, emotional disturbance,
autism, or intellectual disabilities

Implement current IEP and data collection under supervision of school or district staff

Assist school staff by implementing student accommodations according to individual IEPs, 504 Plans, Behavior
Intervention Plans, and/or the District Curriculum Accommodation Plan.

Work with students to implement accommodations and modifications

May be required to supervise students during various times of the work day (ie: morning, afternoon, lunch and
recess)

May assist students with mobility, transitions, self-care (toileting, feeding, dressing), and implementing IEP
related care plans, requiring lifting, bending, and working with adaptive equipment, under teacher supervision,
to support learning and daily functioning for students with disabilities. Specific responsibilities based
on
age/grade level and needs of students

Ability to participate in professional development and training opportunities to support student needs

Implement PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports) strategies

Maintain professional working relationships with all staff

Attend staff meetings as designated by Educational Assistant Contract

Maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of their work with all students and staff

Other related duties as assigned by Principal or designee

This position includes a 6 week summer component (ESY).

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $20 to $25 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer
Notice of Non-Discrimination
All educational and non-academic programs, activities and employment opportunities at Wilmington Public Schools are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion,national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, age and/or disability, and any other class or characteristic protected by law.

Job Requirements

Three (3) plus years in a school setting or working with students with various needs

Experience supporting students behaviorally, academically and emotionally

Experience with specialized instructional practices including ABA methodologies, behavior plans and/or specific learning disabilities

Safety Care Training preferred; candidates who have not previously completed the training will receive training through WPS.

At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.

Bachelor degree preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Adam Colantuoni , West Interim Principal

22 Carter Lane

WILMINGTON, Massachusetts 01887

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