Paraprofessional

Educational Support Professional (Paraprofessional) - Special Education Lindamood Bell Chicopee Public Schools District-Wide - Chicopee, Massachusetts Job ID:5782072 TITLE: EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (includes General Education, Special Education, ELL, Early Childhood, Computer Lab) TYPE: Chicopee Education Association (Unit E) Collective Bargaining Agreement SALARY: Per Unit E Contract STATUS: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Building Principal for evaluation and classroom teacher for day-to-day assignments OBJECTIVE: The primary function of a paraprofessional is to perform duties as assigned by the classroom teacher in the delivery of the district curriculum in multiple ways that increase student learning and achievement. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential duties and responsibilities listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Under the direction of the classroom teacher, the Education Support Professional supports student instruction in academic, social, and motor skills through the delivery and assessment of the district curriculum in consultation with the Individual Education Plan (if applicable). This may include, but is not limited to, the following duties: Work with small groups of students Administer, correct and communicate basic analyze sis of student assessments Utilize the conclusions derived from assessment analysis in subsequent instruction Instruct students on rules of conduct and expected behaviors Bring academic, social and motor issues to the attention of the classroom teacher Support class objectives and outlines that align with the district approved curriculum Maintain records, attendance and assessments as required by the classroom teacher Assist in preparation of classroom materials Assist in the delivery of differentiated instruction in an appropriate manner consistent with district curriculum Provide timely feedback to the classroom teacher regarding student progress in academic, social and motor skills Assist students with activities of daily living, including diapering and toileting needs as necessary Is trained or willing to be trained by the Chicopee Public Schools in the knowledge and performance areas identified for the specific assignment (e.g., Responsive Classroom Techniques, Implementation of a Student Behavior Plan, Use of a communication board, Physical Restraint and Verbal De-escalation Techniques, Mathematics supplementary services/programs/support, ELA supplementary services/programs/support, Read Naturally, Linda Mood Bell) REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. High School Diploma required, as well as additional college level coursework. Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred. 2. Achieve a passing score on the DESE-endorsed assessments (WorkKeys or ParaPro) if no college degree. 3. Bilingual (Spanish/English, Farsi, Russian, etc.) preferred 4. Previous experience preferred. Position Type:Full-Time Salary:$23,937 to $38,179 Per Year Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA Job Requirements At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Associate degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Jennifer Ramsdell , Director of Special Education Central Office Administration Email: [email protected] SEE THE CHICOPEE PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION