26-27 Kindergarten Paraprofessional

Somerville Public Schools•Somerville, MA

21h

About The Position

Paraprofessionals in the Somerville Public Schools assist teachers with classroom instruction and management and help maintain a safe classroom environment. They contribute to a positive classroom and school community and collaborate with colleagues to support students. Paraprofessionals are part of a community of educators committed to continuous learning and shared responsibility for student success. This is a full-time position for 183 days during the scheduled school year. Salary is commensurate with education and experience in accordance with the Somerville Educator's Union collective bargaining agreement. The position is non-exempt and classified as SEU, Unit C. The position reports to the School Building Principal.

Requirements

Appropriate Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) educator's license in the field or subject for the position.
DESE SEI endorsement.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including prolonged standing and walking; frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, and reaching; operating computers, instructional technology, and classroom materials; and lifting, carrying, and moving instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 15 pounds.
Sufficient visual, auditory, and verbal ability to supervise students, deliver instruction, and evaluate student performance.
Ability to respond appropriately and promptly to emergencies to ensure student health and safety.
Pre-employment CORI clearance and fingerprinting.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual educator.

Responsibilities

Assist with instruction as directed by the teacher and develop an understanding of the curriculum.
Support overall classroom management and student behavior.
Provide small-group and/or individual instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher.
Assist with and supervise students during cafeteria time, recess, and, if needed, toileting.
Assist the classroom teacher with developing curriculum materials.
Help create and maintain a safe learning environment and support students' emotional regulation.
Collect academic and/or behavioral data as directed.
Develop and maintain positive, respectful, and appropriate relationships with students.
Engage positively, respectfully, and professionally with colleagues and collaborate to support student learning and success.
Contribute positively to a classroom and school community that affirms the identities of all students and staff, using practices that value student diversity.
Protect student confidentiality.
Engage in meaningful professional development and apply learning from those experiences.
Understand and use appropriate technology.
Complete required paperwork and duties as assigned.
Perform additional duties assigned by the Principal/Supervisor in accordance with the SEU Collective Bargaining Agreement.