Paraprofessional (Leave Coverage)
About The Position
Community Day Charter Public School seeks passionate paraprofessionals to provide individualized support that helps students grow and master grade-level standards. Paraprofessionals support and deliver rigorous, high-quality instruction in various settings according to school needs. This position provides leave coverage until mid-January. The school serves pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade students across multiple campuses in Lawrence, Massachusetts, and emphasizes rigorous, student-centered academics alongside students’ social, emotional, and holistic well-being. Paraprofessionals work with school teams and support teachers in helping students succeed. The role includes a two-week training program in the summer and participation in a year-long professional development series during early-release days in the school year. The school offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities to earn stipends for work in after-school programs and during school vacations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or GED.
- Uphold a passionate belief in CDCPS’s mission, values, and educational model.
- Ability to demonstrate collaborative planning and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility, patience, and a sense of humor.
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and experience with implementing developmentally appropriate strategies.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with school-aged children is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide small-group or one-on-one behavioral and academic support to an individual student or small group.
- Provide one-on-one support based on needs outlined in a student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
- Collaborate with teachers to ensure accommodations and modifications are met in inclusive classroom settings.
- Assist the teacher with the day-to-day operation of the classroom.
- Promote each child’s social, emotional, intellectual, and physical talents.
- Participate in two-week summer training and a year-long professional development series during early-release days in the school year.
- Provide coverage as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits.
- Opportunities to earn stipends for work in after-school programs and during school vacations.
- Competitive compensation package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
