Long Term Substitute Paraprofessional Educator/Special Education - Group 2 (3029)

Natick Public Schools•Natick, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Natick Public Schools Seek a LTS Paraprofessional Educator/Special Education - Group 2 Start Date: ASAP through 6/17/26 We invite you to explore a career with Natick Public Schools. The Natick Public Schools educate approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22. We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose outstanding staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families from Natick and Boston. Natick Public Schools is a community dedicated to all students achieving high standards in a safe, trusting, respectful environment where learning is exciting, dynamic, and engaging, and where connectedness and belonging are valued and actively cultivated. We are home to families that speak almost 60 different languages and our student population is approximately 29% Students of Color and 71% White students. With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful citizens of a global world. We enthusiastically welcome educators to our district who seek and thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the whole child in a strengths-based approach. Please partner with us in our mission to support the diversity of our school community, promote and deliver equitable practices for all of our staff, students, and families, and create meaningful connections that enable everyone to feel included and thrive. Job Title LTS Paraprofessional Educator/Special Education - Group 2 Location Bennett-Hemenway Reports To Special Education Administrator/Principal Work days/FTE ASAP to end of school year/1.0 FTE Salary/Benefits Salary and benefits per the Non-Rep Compensation schedule Benefits No Profile of a Natick Educator JOB GOAL: QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School diploma or GED Professional Certification: Specialized Knowledge: Thorough understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice as they relate to student, staff and community engagement and cultivation Preferred Experience: Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and PowerSchool preferred, but will train the right candidate. Skills: Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, are highly desirable Candidates should have a passion for working with students, families, and colleagues Candidates must be flexible and collaborative Candidates must be able to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth Candidates must be organized and able to meet ongoing, time-sensitive deadlines for work production Alternative degrees/experience may be substituted for the above at the discretion of the Superintendent, if such a substitution brings a strong candidate forward. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Phone, intercom, personal computer and software applications as outlined above, scanner, copy machine, calculator, camera, printers and fax machine. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (not limited to) The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: move about the classroom, school, school grounds, office, and/or off-site locations. On some occasions, it may be necessary to move quickly across even or uneven surfaces; remain in a stationary position for periods of time; operate a computer and other school/office productivity machinery (i.e., iPad, copy machine, computer printer, assistive technology, etc.); read material from a computer monitor as well as handwritten or printed matter with or without visual aids; position oneself to maintain files and access school/classroom/office materials; communicate with others so that information received and given is understood and accurately communicated; communicate and collaborate effectively with students, parents, and other staff members in person, via video conference, on the telephone, and/or in writing; observe details at close range in the school setting, ensure the safety of students; multitask and meet multiple demands from several people; may need to teach and support students with life skills development such as eating, cleaning, and toileting lifting up to and including 25 lbs the noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Thorough understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice as they relate to student, staff and community engagement and cultivation
Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed
Candidates should have a passion for working with students, families, and colleagues
Candidates must be flexible and collaborative
Candidates must be able to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth
Candidates must be organized and able to meet ongoing, time-sensitive deadlines for work production
Strong record of work performance in current and previous roles required
Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and PowerSchool preferred, but will train the right candidate.
Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, are highly desirable

Responsibilities

Work with students individually and in small groups
Works in special education or general education settings, including but not limited to reviewing and reinforcing previously introduced lessons and implementing prescribed instruction.
Assists the teacher in responding to the special needs of individual students.
Accompanies students for transitions as necessary including lifting where appropriate.
Administers or assists in the administration of alternative testing, including classroom, district, and state assessments.
May correct the day-to-day work of students but shall not be responsible for grading or reporting to parents.
Carries out teacher-planned learning exercises, including instruction of core curriculum, academic support, and support of related therapies, including speech and language activities, occupational and physical therapy activities, and mobility training activities.
Performs classroom and other appropriate tasks designated by the supervising teacher/principal.
Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully certified teachers.
Participates in staff development programs as assigned.
Participates as an active member of the Special Needs or Supportive Services Teams, as necessary.
Establishes an effective work relationship with classroom teachers, specialists, and administration.
Participates in consultation with special education staff
Assists PK through 22 year old students in transfer activities and mobilization activities and/or nonmedical hygiene assistance (for example; changing diapers or managing personal hygiene). Another adult will be present for all diaper changes/toileting whenever possible.
Provides service/specialized instruction in a specialized program or a 1:1 environment
As identified by administration, will engage in and maintain district provided safety care training
Implements safety plans such as evacuation drills with students in specialized programs or 1:1
Implement individual behavior support plans as written
Collect and record accurate data on student academics, behaviors or other goal areas and progress.
Support students in developing communication, social, and academic skills.
Collaborate with teachers and staff to maintain consistent behavior supports.
Performs other such duties as assigned by the building principal, supervising teacher, Special Education Coordinator, or Director for Student Services.
Works with district and school leadership to combat systemic barriers that limit student, family, and staff members’ equitable access to opportunity
Identifies and addresses bias and its impact on rigor and opportunity for students and staff
Updates policies and equitable access procedures
Any other relative duties as assigned.