K-6th Grade Paraprofessional

About MVRCS

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS), located in Malden, MA, was founded in 1998 and serves more than 1,750 students in Kindergarten through Grade 12.

At Mystic Valley, student success is driven by exceptional educators, carefully selected and faithfully implemented curricula, high expectations, and a traditional, results-oriented approach to instruction.

MVRCS is consistently ranked among the top public schools in Massachusetts, New England, and across the nation. Our graduates achieve outstanding post-secondary outcomes, reflecting the strong academic foundation and character development cultivated throughout their time at Mystic Valley.

Students in grades K–12 adhere to a structured dress code and attend school for 200 instructional days each year. With a school day that is 60 minutes longer than most traditional public schools, Mystic Valley provides an enriched learning environment designed to deliver a truly world-class education.

Job Summary

The Paraprofessional plays a key role in supporting student achievement by actively engaging learners and helping maintain a structured, productive classroom environment. This position supports instructional activities under the direction of a classroom teacher and assists with non-instructional responsibilities under the supervision of an Assistant Director.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction and collaborate closely with the classroom teacher

• Assist with classroom management using an assertive discipline model and effective redirection strategies

• Uphold and enforce school policies and expectations

• Provide support during group and independent work periods

• Reinforce positive learning behaviors (e.g., attentiveness, engagement, organization)

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

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

• Assist with grading, recording, and tracking student work as directed by the teacher

• Help students correct work, answer questions, and engage in reading activities

• Track incomplete assignments and communicate with the teacher as needed

• Administer assessments, checkouts, or retests as directed

• Participate in assigned duties, including morning arrival, lunch/recess, and dismissal

• Attend Back-to-School Night and other required school events

• Participate in professional development and ongoing training

• Perform additional duties as assigned by members of the Leadership Team

Requirements

• High school diploma required

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and draw sound conclusions

• Ability to work in alignment with school policies and all applicable state and federal regulations

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment

• Strong instructional support and classroom management skills

• Successful completion of applicable MTEL exams within one year of employment

This position is evaluated annually and is an annual appointment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,