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How much do kindergarten paraprofessional jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for kindergarten paraprofessional in the United States is $16.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a kindergarten paraprofessional?

Kindergarten paraprofessionals are educational support staff who assist teachers in the classroom, primarily working with young children in kindergarten. They help with instructional activities, supervise students, and provide individual or small group support to help children learn and develop essential skills. Paraprofessionals may also assist with classroom management, prepare materials, and support children with special needs. Their role is vital in creating a positive, safe, and productive learning environment for young students.

What does a kindergarten paraprofessional do?

As a kindergarten paraprofessional, your responsibilities include providing kindergarten students with an environment that is safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate for their age. You work with children ages four to six and assist the classroom teacher in delivering their curriculum, managing the classroom, and creating teaching materials with clear objectives, such as for social and behavioral development. You enhance the instructional process, ensuring the children have fun, absorb the required material, and remain safe at all times. Other duties include some clerical work when you support the teacher in the creation and delivery of age-appropriate, hands-on activities, setting behavioral rules, any necessary procedures, and reporting health or safety concerns to the teacher immediately. You are also expected to be a role model for the students.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a kindergarten paraprofessional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Kindergarten Paraprofessional, you typically need experience or training in early childhood education, basic literacy and numeracy skills, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with classroom management systems, educational software, and sometimes CPR or first aid certification is valued. Patience, strong communication, and a nurturing attitude are essential soft skills for building trust and supporting young learners. These abilities ensure a positive learning environment and effective support for both teachers and students during critical developmental years.

What are some common challenges faced by kindergarten paraprofessionals, and how can they be effectively managed?

Kindergarten paraprofessionals often encounter challenges such as supporting diverse learning needs, managing classroom behavior, and adapting to rapidly changing situations. Effective communication with the lead teacher and proactive engagement with students can help address these challenges. Additionally, building strong relationships with both children and staff fosters a supportive environment, enabling paraprofessionals to better assist students in their academic and social development.
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Infographic showing various Kindergarten Paraprofessional job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 42% Full Time, 57% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,373 per year, or $16.5 per hour.

Pre-K Paraprofessional (2026-2027)

Match Education

Boston, MA • On-site

$52K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 3 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Hyde Park, Massachusetts, United States
Position Title: Pre-K Paraprofessional (2026-2027)

Match Charter Public School is a free, high-performing charter public school in Boston. We are a PreK-12 school serving up to 1,250 students. Our mission is to prepare studentsparticularly multilingual learners and those who would be the first in their families to earn a college degreefor success in college and careers in order to achieve economic security and mobility. Students gain acceptance to our schools via an annual blind public lottery open to all Boston residents.

Our families bring amazing racial and cultural diversity to the school communitythey represent over 20 different countries of origin with over 20 different languages spoken at home. 98% of our students are people of color. Our students bring a diversity of needs to our school, and we are prepared to serve them: 23% of our students qualify for special education services; 19% of our student body are English Language Learners.

Matchs core values are Equity, Freedom, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability. We are working to reframe our organizational processes and policies to be truly anti-racist. At Match, we believe that three aspects of our work and organizationa staff that is diverse by race and other factors, a professional environment that is inclusive of all perspectives, and a curriculum in our PreK-12 school that is culturally competentare vital to our goals and mission.

Position: PreK Paraprofessional (2026-2027)

Location: Boston, MA (Hyde Park Campus)

Start date: ASAP

OVERVIEW OF ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Match has an immediate opening for a PreK Paraprofessional. The position is based at 100 Poydras St. in Hyde Park. The hours for these positions are 7:00am-2:45pm (7:00am-4:30pm on Wednesdays for afternoon professional development). Compensation is $52,499/year and can be higher if the candidate has prior relevant experience. Match encourages and supports paraprofessionals and aides who want to grow into lead teaching positions or other educator roles at our school!

The PreK Paraprofessional will play an integral role in supporting the lead teacher in one of our Pre-K classrooms. The Pre-K paraprofessional will work closely with the lead teacher and the entire PreK team to ensure that our students are able to learn in a warm, positive and structured classroom environment.

Responsibilities include:

  • Working with students in instructional and classroom activities at the direction of the lead teacher
  • Assisting with academic, functional and/or specifically designed instructional or physical activities
  • Supporting individual students and help them complete assignments or explain material they do not understand
  • Communicating regularly with classroom teachers and parents regarding students needs and progress
  • Supporting and ensuring the safety of excessively disruptive students, which may include physical management techniques at times
  • Providing clerical support and material preparation support to teachers
  • Supervise students during non-instructional periods (ex. field trips, recess, lunch, arrival, dismissal)
  • Upholding high academic and behavioral expectations for students, and provide lots of support for getting students there;
  • Participating in professional development activities, including but not limited to: instructional coaching, content meetings, and weekly meetings with the lead teacher.

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QUALIFICATIONS

Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they dont believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. Our highest priority is finding the best candidate for these positions. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described or you have a less traditional background.

We are looking for applicants who:

  • have prior classroom experience working with students, ideally in early childhood
  • anticipate the learning, social, and environmental needs of students across various settings
  • have a desire to continually improve their practice by taking and implementing feedback
  • demonstrate an ability to work well on a team, and a willingness to support others in doing their best work.
  • believe that all students can and will succeed
  • have an incredible amount of patience and willingness to go the extra mile

We are only able to consider applicants who have current US work authorization.


ABOUT MATCH EDUCATION

Match Education (www.matcheducation.org) is the shared brand name of Match Charter Public School and The Match School Foundation, Inc. Match Education is an engine of discovery and applied innovation in education. We operate a high-performing urban charter public school and a unique associate teacher program that trains teachers for high-poverty schools. Out of this applied work, we refine, validate empirically, and eventually disseminate new ideas and practices on core questions in education reform.

The Match Foundation, Inc. and Match Charter Public School prohibit discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, or treatment of students in its programs and activities, or in employment and application for employment.


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