Paraprofessional Educator/Special Education - Group 2 (3366)

Natick Public Schools•Natick, MA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Natick Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional Educator/Special Education staff member for a specialized program at Ben Hem. The role supports students individually and in small groups in special education or general education settings, reinforcing previously introduced lessons and implementing prescribed instruction. The paraprofessional assists teachers with students’ individual needs, academic learning, related therapies, communication and social skills, mobility, and behavior supports. The position serves students from pre-K through age 22 and may involve specialized instruction in a specialized program or a one-to-one environment. Duties include assisting with transitions and transfer activities, alternative testing, life skills and nonmedical hygiene assistance, implementing written behavior and safety plans, and collecting student progress data. The employee maintains student confidentiality, collaborates with teachers and specialists, participates in staff development and support teams as needed, and contributes to equitable access and efforts to address systemic barriers. This position is 1.0 FTE for 182 work days. Salary and benefits are governed by the Education Association of Natick contract, and the position is benefits eligible. The start date is immediately.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Thorough understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice as they relate to student, staff, and community engagement.
Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed.
Passion for working with students, families, and colleagues.
Flexibility and ability to collaborate.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
Organization and ability to meet ongoing, time-sensitive work deadlines.
Strong record of work performance in current and previous roles.
Successful completion of CORI, SORI, and fingerprint checks.
Ability to perform the essential job functions, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Google Suite, including Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Classroom; training may be provided to the right candidate.
Experience with PowerSchool; training may be provided to the right candidate.
Bilingual skills, especially Spanish and Portuguese.

Responsibilities

Work with students individually and in small groups in special education or general education settings.
Review and reinforce previously introduced lessons and implement prescribed instruction.
Assist teachers in responding to the special needs of individual students.
Accompany students during transitions and assist with lifting when appropriate.
Administer or assist with alternative classroom, district, and state assessments.
Carry out teacher-planned learning exercises, including core curriculum instruction, academic support, related therapies, and mobility training.
Perform classroom and other tasks designated by the supervising teacher or principal.
Maintain ethical conduct and confidentiality regarding student information.
Participate in assigned staff development and, as needed, as an active member of Special Needs or Supportive Services Teams.
Establish effective working relationships with classroom teachers, specialists, and administration, and consult with special education staff.
Assist students ages pre-K through 22 with transfers, mobility, and nonmedical hygiene, including diapering or personal hygiene assistance.
Provide services or specialized instruction in a specialized program or one-to-one setting.
Complete and maintain district-provided safety care training when directed by administration.
Implement student safety plans, including evacuation drills, in specialized programs or one-to-one settings.
Implement individual behavior support plans as written.
Collect and record accurate data on student academics, behavior, other goal areas, and progress.
Support students in developing communication, social, and academic skills.
Collaborate with teachers and staff to maintain consistent behavior supports.
Work with district and school leadership to combat systemic barriers to equitable access to opportunity.
Identify and address bias and its impact on rigor and opportunity for students and staff.
Update policies and equitable-access procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal, supervising teacher, Special Education Coordinator, or Director for Student Services.