Paraeducator - Special Education

Hudson Public Schools • Hudson, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Farley Elementary is seeking a Special Educator Paraeducator in the Language Based Program. Paraeducators support a variety of positions throughout the school district, including Classroom Teachers, Reading Specialists, School Psychologists, Librarians, and Behavioral Program Teachers. Paraeducators work directly with one or more SPED Liaisons to support a student’s IEP goals and may collaborate closely with other school staff. A $500.00 sign-on bonus is offered for Paraeducators.

Requirements

• Have obtained an associate (or higher) degree, or Have at least two years of post-secondary education that is equivalent to at least 48 credit hours from an accredited higher education institution, High School Diploma/GED and have met a rigorous standard on one of the formal Massachusetts-endorsed Assessments: Parapro or WorkKeys.
• Ability to follow written and/or oral directions of the SPED Liaison, Teacher, IEP, and/or principal.
• Understand and uphold confidentiality requirements regarding student academic, special education, and medical records.
• Understand responsibilities as a Mandated Reporter under state law.
• Understand and implement emergency preparedness procedures when circumstances require.
• Perform duties with awareness of District and Hudson Board of Education policies.
• Use an IPAD, ChromeBook, or similar device.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with the SPED Liaison and Teachers to implement IEP (Individualized Education Program) accommodations.
• Support students on IEPs to facilitate success in the educational setting.
• Assist students in completing classroom assignments and participation in classroom activities.
• Assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures and assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Provide positive specific feedback to students.
• Facilitate small group and/or one-to-one instruction.
• Collect Data in support of IEP goals, objectives, and/or behavior plans.
• Arrive at school promptly at assigned time.
• May be assigned bus duty, lunch duty, recess duty, hall duty, and/or other duties to monitor and assist students with transition.
• Maintain a professional attitude at all times.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
• Effectively communicate with students and other staff orally and in writing.
• May be required to assist with other duties as requested by the Principal.
• Ability to follow written and/or oral directions of the SPED Liaison, Teacher, IEP, and/or principal.
• Understand and uphold confidentiality requirements regarding student academic, special education, and medical records.
• Understand responsibilities as a Mandated Reporter under state law.
• Understand and implement emergency preparedness procedures when circumstances require.
• Perform duties with awareness of District and Hudson Board of Education policies.
• Attend Professional Development programs as offered by the district.

Benefits

• 10 month, 183 work days
• 3 personal days
• 12 sick days prorated pursuant to date of hire
• Salaried position distributed over 26 paychecks including a lump sum in June to cover summer pay
• $500.00 sign on bonus - paid out following 40 calendar days of work
• $500.00 Referral Bonus eligible if recommending a new employee and they are employed in excess of three months
• Benefit Eligible on start date.
• 30 days to enroll in coverage from start date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree