1:1 Special Education Aide — Inspire & Support

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Middle School in Westfield, MA is seeking a 1:1 Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with individualized needs. The role reports to the Teacher/Special Education Supervisor and Building Principal and is based on the Westfield Public Schools Unit D contract.

Starting date is immediate. The ideal candidate has an Associates degree or 48 college credits (or ParaPro/Work Keys), demonstrates a strong interest in education, and can assist with both academic and daily living

Qualifications

• Possession of Associates degree or higher; or 48 credit hours from a higher education institution; or passage of the ParaPro or Work Keys assessment.
• Demonstrated interest in children and education.
• Emotional maturity and stability for the specialized work involved.
• Ability to communicate and work successfully with staff and students.
• Some positions may require diapering, toileting, lifting and/or feeding. Please inquire at interview.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Assist the student(s) to whom assigned in physical tasks (dressing, moving, toileting, feeding).
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of material or skills.
• Assist teacher in devising strategies based on individual students’ needs and abilities.
• Establish a supportive relationship with students while avoiding excessive emotional involvement.
• Assist with supervision during drills, assemblies, play periods, field trips, and lunch duties.
• Participate in in‑service training programs.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

Education

Associates degree

48 college credits

ParaPro or Work Keys

Job description

Westfield Middle School in Westfield, MA is seeking a 1:1 Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with individualized needs. The role reports to the Teacher/Special Education Supervisor and Building Principal and is based on the Westfield Public Schools Unit D contract.

Starting date is immediate. The ideal candidate has an Associates degree or 48 college credits (or ParaPro/Work Keys), demonstrates a strong interest in education, and can assist with both academic and daily living