Paraprofessional Aide, K-1st

Brookline Public Schools•Brookline, MA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves planning and assisting with daily learning activities, and supporting both regular and special education students to successfully access and participate in all classroom activities. Paraprofessionals will manage and instruct small and large groups, and support the classroom teacher throughout the school day. Dependability is crucial due to the importance of consistent support for young students. The ideal candidate will be flexible, work collaboratively with the classroom teacher and multidisciplinary special education specialists, and have an enthusiasm for working with early childhood students. Applicants must be physically, mentally and emotionally prepared for a challenging career experience, possess positive academic and employment references, and be bright, energetic individuals with a strong desire to work with young children. Diligent implementation of all medical, safety, and emergency procedures is required. Effective communication, both written and oral, using positive interpersonal skills, along with ethical behavior and confidentiality of student information, are essential. A safe learning environment for students must be provided.

Requirements

Relevant work experience (1 year) with young children preferred
Bachelor degree
All employees must be vaccinated and maintain full vaccination as a condition of employment or work as an on-site vendor/contractor, unless they receive approval for a documented medical or religious exemption in accordance with relevant state and/or federal law.

Nice To Haves

Classroom experience is preferred
Ability to modify directions and provide prompts to students on an as needed basis to ensure success
Flexible
Work collaboratively with the classroom teacher and multidisciplinary special education specialists
Possess an enthusiasm for working with early childhood students
Thorough knowledge and competent implementation of all student educational programs and behavior management guidelines

Responsibilities

Support curriculum and instruction under the direction of the teacher
Prepare and coordinate materials for learning activities at the request of the teacher
Support students’ ability to follow the classroom routine and assist with student engagement during large and small group instruction
Support young children’s social problem solving skills and behavior regulation throughout the school day
Greet students each morning and support smooth transition into the classroom and between classroom learning activities throughout the school day
Scaffold learning for students during instruction times under the supervision of a teacher or specialist
Follow through on IEP goals as directed by the teacher
Support students’ access to the bathroom and bathroom procedures
Maintain a safe environment on the playground, observing students and scaffolding playground skills
Review classroom environment at the close of the day to ensure all supplies and materials are successfully replaced in preparation for the morning
Maintain classroom displays and project work at the request of the teacher
Provide positive and supportive learning experience for the students; and set and maintain consistent/constructive limits
Support in the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans, classroom management systems, and reinforcement systems
Participate in data collection and data analysis
May include maintaining student’s program book (including accurate completion of item lists)
Other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher
Arrive promptly and engage independently in the set up of the classroom
Refer parent concerns directly to the teacher
Attend all meetings that are scheduled for paraprofessional training to the greatest extent possible