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ParaProfessional (4th grade)

Codman Academy Charter School·Boston, Massachusetts

$47,626 - $69,998/yrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 6 hours ago
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ParaProfessional (4th grade) · $47,626 - $69,998/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +22% vs. median posted salary for teaching assistant roles in Massachusetts ($39,090)
  • 3 similar openings in the Boston area
$26,920 · p10p90 · $47,626
this role: $47,626median $39,090

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted teaching assistant roles in Massachusetts salarys. This role sits in the 95th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 22% above the Massachusetts median for teaching assistant roles.

The paraprofessional supports diverse learners by reinforcing lesson plans, assisting with classroom activities, and providing individual or group instruction. They also perform clerical tasks, track student progress, and collaborate with teachers and parents to ensure a supportive learning environment.

Job Title: ParaProfessional

Supervisor

  • Principal
  • Duration: 11 months

Hours

Monday through Friday; Specific arrival and departure times will be reviewed by the Hiring Manager.

Compensation

We offer a pay structure based on education level and years of direct experience ranging from $47,626 - $69,998.

Description

The Paraprofessional supports diverse learners in and outside of the classroom while further developing their own teaching practice. We provide students with a vibrant learning experience in a welcoming environment, and our teachers rely on paraprofessionals to bring their best to the classroom every day. We’re searching for a qualified paraprofessional to join us in delivering the high-quality learning we’re known for. The ideal candidate has experience in this role and is flexible in adapting to the changing demands of a classroom. This person will work closely with an assigned teacher and provide support by working with students individually and in groups, assisting with lesson plans and materials, grading homework, and writing progress reports. In order to thrive in this role, the paraprofessional must be caring, compassionate, and committed to each student’s success.

Responsibilities

include (but not limited to):

Provide instructional reinforcement of lesson plans, under direction of classroom teacher

Serve as a positive, nurturing guide for students

Model the school’s professional and ethical standards when interacting with students, parents, staff, and community members

Supervise students in both instructional and assessment activities, in and out of the classroom

Participate in planning sessions with the learning team, communicating with parents and school officials when necessary

Co-teach lesson components, as determined by the teacher, by leading small-group and individual discussions and reviewing classwork

Attend to students’ physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs, providing assistance with language translation and hygiene when necessary

Organize classroom and teaching materials, and verify and track student attendance

Perform clerical duties such as typing, filing, and photocopying; grade tests and homework; track student progress

Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, parents, and staff, and participate in parent–teacher conferences and faculty meetings and events

Additional duties assigned by supervisor.

Community Engagement and Stewardship

We are crew, not passengers, and we uphold that ideal as we support each other in reaching our shared goals.

Every adult in our community is a teacher and a role model, and we model and implement Expeditionary Learning design principles and core practices to the best of our ability in our roles.

Advance the educational mission of the school by participating in duties and responsibilities consistent with building, upholding and promoting a strong Codman community.

We actively value and solicit feedback in order to improve performance.

In addition to core teaching responsibilities, all Codman staff members share responsibility for management and supervision of additional daily duties, including but not limited to breakfast, lunch, recess, crew, club, work block, and office hours. Duties will be distributed to ensure that all teacher schedules include:

30 minute lunch break per day

2 hours of prep time per week (Monday through Thursday)

30 minutes of co-planning time with subject teacher per week (Fridays)

  • Required skills and qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Experience working with students
  • Effective communication skills with adults and children
  • Understanding of basic principles of childhood development
  • Familiarity with educational software and willingness to learn new systems
  • Preferred skills and qualifications
  • Associate’s degree (or equivalent) in early childhood development or education
  • Certification in teaching
  • Experience with special-needs students

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and experience working with students. Preferred qualifications include an associate degree in education or early childhood development, teaching certification, and experience with special-needs students.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • professional certificate
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Nurturing
  • Grading
  • Data tracking
  • Lesson planning
  • Student supervision
  • Progress reporting
  • Clerical duties
  • Classroom management
  • Educational software
  • Instructional reinforcement
  • Childhood development
  • Language translation

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$47,626 - $69,998/yr
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Posted
Aug 28, 2026
Application
Employer website
CA

Hiring organization

Codman Academy Charter School

Our mission is to provide an outstanding, transformative education to prepare students for success in college, further education and beyond. We educate the whole student: mind, body, and character. With the city and world as our classroom, we build a school community rich in...

IndustryEducation Management
TypeEducational
Size51-200 employees
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Teaching assistant roles in Massachusetts

Teaching assistant roles in Massachusetts are often tied to steady school and early childhood staffing needs, especially where programs need support with classroom routines and student supervision. These positions can be competitive because employers may look for a CDA, an associate degree, or 60 college credits, along with strong communication skills and the physical ability to stay active with children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm whether your credentials and lifting expectations match the posting before applying.

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