1-6th Grade Paraprofessional 2025-2026 Job at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, Malden, MA

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  • Mystic Valley Regional Charter School
  • Malden, MA

Job Description

About Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS)

Located in Malden, MA, Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is a K–12 public charter school serving over 1,600 students since its founding in 1998. Recognized for its academic rigor and high standards, MVRCS consistently ranks among the top public schools in Massachusetts, New England, and nationwide.

The school’s success is rooted in exceptional educators, high expectations, a structured learning environment, and a content-rich curriculum delivered with fidelity and traditional pedagogy. Mystic Valley graduates are well-prepared for post-secondary education and beyond, thanks to a strong foundation in both academics and character development.

Students attend school for 200 instructional days, 20 more than the typical public school year, and benefit from a school day that is 60 minutes longer than average. Adherence to a school-wide dress code and structured policies supports the school’s mission of delivering a world-class education to every student.

Position Overview: 

Mystic Valley is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Paraprofessional to support classroom instruction and student learning. Working under the direction of a classroom teacher and the Assistant Director, the paraprofessional will assist with both instructional and non-instructional duties to help maintain a productive, structured, and supportive classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support classroom setup, organization, and daily routines in collaboration with the lead teacher

  • Assist with classroom management by implementing the school’s assertive discipline model

  • Promote and maintain a structured learning environment aligned with school expectations and policies

  • Support both group and independent student work during instructional periods

  • Reinforce learning posture (ensuring students are attentive, engaged, and on task)

  • Lead or assist in small group instruction in reading, math, writing, reasoning, and/or spelling as assigned

  • Monitor student understanding and provide targeted assistance to those needing additional support

  • Check, record, or grade student work at the teacher’s request

  • Help students correct assignments and respond to instructional questions

  • Track and report student work completion and classroom behavior as needed

  • Administer checkouts, assessments, and retests under teacher direction

  • Assist with assigned duties such as morning arrival, lunch/recess supervision, and afternoon dismissal

  • Participate in required school events such as “Back to School Night” and other designated after-school programs

  • Attend and engage in all school-provided professional development sessions

  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the teacher, Assistant Director, or other members of the leadership team

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written

  • Ability to collect and evaluate data, solve problems, and support instructional decision-making

  • Familiarity with school operations, state and federal regulations, and MVRCS policies (training provided)

  • Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

  • Capacity to maintain a structured, student-centered classroom environment

  • Successful completion of applicable Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) within one year of employment

This is a full-time, annually appointed position subject to yearly performance evaluation.

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

COVID-19 vaccination is not a requirement for employment.

Job Tags

Full time, Night shift, Day shift,

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