Paraprofessional - School Year Only - Therapuetic Middle School - Cambridge

Shore Educational Collaborative•Chelsea, MA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Shore Educational Collaborative has an immediate opening for a school year Paraprofessional position in a new therapeutic middle school class in Cambridge. This position is for the 26/27 School Year. Shore Educational Collaborative's therapeutic middle school programs provide educational support and clinical services to students with learning disabilities, as well as behavioral and social/emotional challenges. Pay range is $25.29hr to $40.35hr depending on experience and education background.

Requirements

Support special education teachers in meeting the diverse needs of students with a range of disabilities.
Assist in classroom modifications.
Provide personal care of students.
Communicate with other staff members.
Provide structure and feedback.
Obtain and maintain certification in Shore's approved behavioral safety training program (Safety Care or equivalent).

Nice To Haves

Summer employment is possible, but is not required.

Responsibilities

Provide daily instruction and programming under the supervision of the Classroom Teacher.
Assist in all aspects of daily living skills including toileting, hygiene, dressing, and meal programs.
Collect and records data on students’ progress/behavior.
Assist teaching staff in preparation of reports.
Attend all professional development programs as identified by Administration.
Participate in the development of overall program curriculum as requested.
Assist in the development and maintenance of a learning environment designed to meet the needs of all students.
Construct and prepare instructional materials where appropriate.
Supervise students in all educational settings.
Ensure student and staff safety.
Assist program staff in implementation of all aspects of the established behavior management system, to include responding to students during classes, monitoring and setting limits on behavior during breaks, and monitoring and assisting students who are dysregulated, including appropriate physical management if needed.
Other duties as assigned.