<p>Job Description: Paraprofessional 1:1</p> <p>Organization: Lawrence Public Schools</p> <p>Location: Parthum Middle School</p> <p>Reports To: Teacher and Administrators</p> <p>Who Are We?</p> <p>Lawrence Public Schools is an urban district, located 30 miles north of Boston, serving more than 13,000 students. More than 70% of our students speak a language other than English as their first language. We are committed to ensuring that our students, who have for too long been under-served, are provided with a high-quality, free, public education at their local, district schools.</p> <p>Parthum Middle School is seeking exceptional paraprofessionals to join our team who possess a growth mindset, value collaboration and continuous feedback, are passionate about their content, and have an unwavering belief that all students are capable of meeting rigorous academic expectations.</p> <p>Role Summary: The role of the paraprofessional in the classroom is to work under the supervision of a professional service provider to directly or indirectly assist and support in providing services to students in the classroom. The role and assignments of a paraprofessional are not defined by a particular student, setting, or program but rather by students' needs.</p> <p>Description of Paraprofessional Duties: The duties of the paraprofessional may vary based on specific assignments. Duties may also change at any time based on administration or teacher reexamination of student or program needs.</p> <p>Desired Skills and Characteristics of a LHS staff/ teacher:</p> <p>Driving desire to disrupt inequity and improve outcomes for all students</p> <p>Commitment to the academic and personal success of Lawrence Public Schools' students and families</p> <p>Proven experience supporting English Language Learners</p> <p>Ability to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges</p> <p>Demonstrated capacity to create and maintain a positive learning environment in which students' diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected and utilized.</p> <p>Will to improve practice by taking and implementing frequent feedback</p> <p>Humility and a good sense of humor</p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Highly Qualified Status/Meet No Child Left Behind </li><li>Associate Degree + or completion of Para Pro exam. </li></ul> <p>Work Year: School Year</p> <p>Salary:</p> <ul> <li>$25.51 - $33.27 </li></ul> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>Lawrence Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for employees and applicants. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.</p> <p>Other</p> <ul> <li>Benefits under the Lawrence Public Schools guidelines. </li></ul> <p>Non-Discrimination Statement</p> <p>Lawrence Public Schools is dedicated to maintaining a workplace and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in investigations.</p> <p>All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of funding.</p> <p>Position : 343216039</p> <p>Location : PARTHUM MIDDLE SCHOOL</p> <p>Posting End : 06/01/2026</p> <p>Salary: $25.51-$33.27</p>