Paraprofessional - Portuguese language speaker

Lowell Community Charter Public School•Lowell, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lowell Community Charter Public School (LCCPS) is seeking a Paraprofessional to support young students in class with learning English and making appropriate grade level growth. LCCPS is a vibrant community of 815 K1-8 grade students, families, and staff, proud to serve the diverse communities of Lowell. The school represents many nations from Central and South America, Central Africa, and SouthEast Asia. The mission of LCCPS is to graduate creative, confident, and independent thinkers, global citizens, and leaders who give back to their community by providing a comprehensive education that ensures success in high school and preparation for college. The school fosters a joyful, supportive culture where students strive for excellence in academic achievement and personal conduct. The diversity within students, staff, families, and the community is a source of strength and an opportunity for learning. LCCPS is committed to creating an environment of inclusion without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Requirements

Associate's degree or Para Pro Test
Ability to work effectively with students and staff
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, in both English and Portuguese
Ability to communicate effectively with parents
Knowledge of current educational practices

Nice To Haves

Experience in public education in an urban setting, preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with set up of classroom and prepare materials for specialized instructional units
Assist teacher in maintaining discipline and other functions
Plan, develop and implement class curriculum approved by the teacher
Provide instructional support services under the supervision of the teacher
Provide corrective feedback to students and re-teach as necessary
Serve as mentor to the students
Communicate, collaborate and cooperate with colleagues, supervisors and students
Support individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning activities
Assist instructional personnel with the development and presentation of learning materials
Assist in administering pre- and post-testing
Conduct parental involvement activities
May be asked to support students in unified arts classes (Art, Music, World Cultures, PE and Library)
Complete written reports and assigned tasks related to the functions
Participate in meetings as requested
Assist with assessments, data collection, behavior plans and transitions.
May be asked to attend curriculum meetings and classroom team meetings.
Follow the schedule provided by the supervising teacher
Cover classes when needed.
Complete additional tasks assigned.