Special Education Paraprofessional (1:1)

West Springfield Public Schools  • West Springfield, MA

39d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Coburn Elementary School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Paraprofessional to provide individualized support to a student with unique learning and/or behavioral needs. The successful candidate will work closely with the classroom teacher and related service providers to reinforce instruction, encourage independence, and foster a safe, supportive learning environment.

Requirements

• Associates Degree or 48 college credits attained or Workkeys, Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed
• Ability to work with young, active children in the classroom, on the playground, and in the gym during gross motor movement.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with some data collection is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to an assigned student to reinforce learning of materials and skills introduced by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in implementing individualized strategies tailored to the student's specific needs, interests, and abilities.
• Establish and maintain a positive, supportive, and respectful relationship with the student to promote social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Support the student during transitions, emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, field trips, and other school-related activities.
• Assist with lunch, snack, toileting, and clean-up routines as needed.
• Monitor and support the student during playground, cafeteria, bus loading/unloading, and other non-classroom settings.
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and administrators to support the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and accommodations.
• Participate in professional development and in-service training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher, building administration, or Superintendent of Schools.

What This Job Offers

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