About this role
Weymouth Public Schools is a dynamic and inclusive learning community educating over 5,600 students in 11 school buildings, including Weymouth Early Childhood Center, eight elementary schools (grades K-5), Chapman Middle School (grades 6-8), and Weymouth High School (Grades 9-12).
At each of our schools, we are committed to fostering curiosity, celebrating diversity, and nurturing a lifelong passion for learning. Our highly qualified educators and staff members work to provide personalized attention and support to ensure that every student thrives.
Our vision is centered on a school community where every student and adult feels valued, connected, and empowered to reach their full potential.
Weymouth Public Schools is seeking a flexible, student-centered Education Support Professional – Float to provide paraprofessional support across our schools. This position plays a key role in supporting students, maintaining daily school operations, and ensuring continuity when staffing needs vary.
Position Summary
The ESP – Float provides paraprofessional support throughout the school day and may rotate among classrooms, student support areas, common spaces, and administrative settings based on daily needs. The primary focus of this role is student supervision, instructional support, and school operations.
Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following:
- Associate degree or higher; or
- Minimum of 48 post-secondary credit hours; or
- Massachusetts-endorsed assessment (Parapro or WorkKeys)
Additional qualifications include
- Ability to work effectively with students across grade levels and learning needs
- Flexibility to support a range of paraprofessional duties
- Basic computer skills, including Google Suite
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional judgment
Responsibilities Include
- Providing paraprofessional support in general education, special education, and inclusion settings
Assisting students with academic tasks, routines, transitions, and behavior regulation
- Supervising students during arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and other non-instructional times
- Providing short-term coverage in classrooms or student supervision during meetings or staff absences
- Supporting school operations and building routines
- Providing limited clerical or administrative support as assigned (e.g., phones, visitors, basic office tasks)
Working Conditions
This position requires regular movement throughout the building and frequent interaction with students and staff. Physical guidance may be required, and the employee may lift up to 50 pounds. Work environments include indoor and outdoor settings with varying noise levels and temperatures.
Terms of Employment
- 183 work days per the Weymouth Educators Association (WEA) Unit D Contract
- Hourly rate per Unit D CBA
Employment is contingent upon a successful CORI background check
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Hourly Rate: Unit D CBA
Equal Opportunity Employer
Weymouth Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination as required by state and federal law.