1.0 FTE Special Education Paraprofessional

Berkley Public Schools•Berkley, MA

About The Position

The Special Education Paraprofessional assists the teacher in providing learning experiences that increase opportunities for learning and improve students’ basic skill levels. The paraprofessional works under the direction of the classroom teacher and reports to the principal or designee, cooperating with the supervising teacher. Performance is evaluated by the principal or designee.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, and an associate degree or higher; alternatively, completion of at least two years or 48 credit hours of study at an institution of higher education, or successful completion of a formal assessment measuring knowledge and ability to assist classroom teachers in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Completion of Parapro and/or other requirements to be deemed highly qualified.

Responsibilities

Work with individual students and small groups as directed by the classroom teacher.
Work with large groups of students as directed by the classroom teacher.
Implement instructional activities as directed by the classroom teacher.
Assist the teacher with motivating students.
Demonstrate attentiveness to the needs of individual students.
Provide feedback to teachers on student progress.
Assist with checking student work.
Assist with classroom management.
Assist the classroom teacher with planning instructional activities.
Assist with student supervision as assigned.
Assist with clerical assignments and duties.
Communicate effectively with students and staff.
Demonstrate flexibility and initiative in the role.
Treat confidential matters appropriately.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.