Paraprofessional, CSA PreK-4 (Long Term Substitute) [26/27SY]

Lowell Public School District • Lowell, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Lowell Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional for a Long Term Substitute position in their CSA PreK-4 program for the 26/27 school year. This role involves assisting the classroom teacher in providing developmentally appropriate activities for students with diverse needs, including those with special needs and English Language Learners (ELL). Responsibilities include supporting students' transitions into and out of buildings and classrooms, which may involve lifting and carrying students. The paraprofessional will also assist the teacher during activities like field trips and emergency drills, and help maintain classroom routines such as snack time, clean-up, and bathroom activities. Ensuring a healthy and safe environment for children is a key aspect of the role, along with performing other assigned duties by the building principal. For Health positions, duties may include feeding, changing diapers, and toileting children.

Requirements

• Successfully passed the Paraprofessional test, OR 48 college credits or more, OR a Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
• Experience with the appropriate age group.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher in providing developmentally appropriate activities for students.
• Implement concrete learning activities that meet the varied developmental needs of students with and without special needs.
• Work with ELL students.
• Assist classroom teacher in getting students into and out of the buildings and classrooms.
• Assist teacher during activities such as field trips and emergency drills.
• Assist teacher with classroom routines such as snack, washing dishes, clean-up, bathroom and other similar activities.
• Assist teacher in maintaining a healthy and safe environment for children.
• Perform other tasks and assume responsibilities as assigned by the building principal.
• For HEALTH positions: position will include feeding, changing diapers and toileting children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level