Paraprofessional, Kindergarten (Long Term Substitute)

Lowell Public School District • Lowell, MA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Lowell Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional for a Long Term Substitute position in a Kindergarten classroom. The role involves assisting the classroom teacher in providing developmentally appropriate activities for students, including those with special needs and English Language Learners (ELL). Responsibilities include supporting students with daily routines, transitions, and maintaining a safe and healthy environment. For Health positions, additional duties related to personal care may be required.

Requirements

• Successfully passed the Paraprofessional test, OR 48 college credits or more, OR a Bachelor's Degree.
• 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 buildings and classrooms, which may include lifting and carrying students.
• 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