Paraprofessional - Spanish language speaker

Lowell Community Charter Public School • Lowell, MA

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About The Position

Lowell Community Charter Public School seeks a Spanish-speaking paraprofessional to support young students as they learn English and make appropriate grade-level progress. The paraprofessional provides instructional and classroom support under the supervision of a teacher, reinforces learning for individual students and small groups, and helps maintain a supportive learning environment. The role may also involve supporting students in unified arts classes, covering classes when needed, and participating in assessments, meetings, and other assigned activities.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Experience in public education in an urban setting.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree