All Schools - Paraprofessional: Elementary LINKS Paraprofessionals for Extended Year (Summer 20[...]

GERENA COMMUNITY SCHOOL; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

GERENA COMMUNITY SCHOOL in Springfield, MA seeks a Paraprofessional for the Elementary LINKS Extended Year program, running July 6, 2026 to July 30, 2026, 8:00 am to 1:45 pm, with a daily schedule 7:30 am to 2:00 pm. Compensation is hourly as per contract terms.

Under supervision, you will provide instructional support to individuals or small groups, assist with materials, meals, and personal care, and perform clerical tasks as needed. Training will be provided by the Summer Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Presently employed as a Special Education Paraprofessional in the Springfield Public Schools.
• Availability required for entire program work schedule.
• Must have a secured position for the 2026-2027 school year

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional assistance, under the direction of the teacher, to a small group or individual student(s).
• Provide clerical services such as preparing, duplicating, organizing, and distributing materials to children and other miscellaneous clerical tasks.
• Assist in feeding during lunch and snack periods when needed.
• Feed, diaper, and assist with personal hygiene as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Instructional support

Job description

All Schools - Paraprofessional: Elementary LINKS Paraprofessionals for Extended Year (Summer 2026) Program

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Job Details

Job ID: 5610571

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Springfield, Massachusetts

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION

TITLE: Paraprofessional: Elementary LINKS Paraprofessionals for Extended Year (Summer 2026) Program (contingent on enrollment, funding, and programming)

Applicationswill be acceptedfromMonday,April 13,2026,throughFriday,May 29, 2026.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal or designee.

FUNDING: General – Special Education

Salary: Per Contract

Program Schedule:

July 6, 2026 – July 30, 2026, from 8:00 am-1:45 pm

Work Schedule:

July 6, 2026 – July 30, 2026, from 7:30 am-2:00 pm

Teachers are required to attend mandatory training with Summer Coordinator

Program Coordinator Staff Meeting: Date to be selected by Coordinator.

Communicated and facilitated by School Program Coordinator-Coordinator is responsible to train Summer School Staff on selected curriculum and summer expectations

DUTIES:

• Responsible to Site Coordinator, Special Education Teacher, Special Education Supervisor, and Principal
• Provide instructional assistance, under the direction of the teacher, to a small group or individual student(s).
• Responsible for providing clerical services such as preparing, duplicating, organizing, and distributing materials to children and other miscellaneous clerical tasks.
• Assist in feeding during lunch and snack periods when needed.
• Feed, diaper, and assist with personal hygiene as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Presently employed as a Special Education Paraprofessional in the Springfield Public Schools.
• Has not received a layoff notice.
• Preference will be given to paraprofessionals presently working in the same program during the academic year.
• Preference will be given to paraprofessionals who have worked in the extended year program to facilitate continuity of instruction and social/ emotional development.
• Availability required for entire program work schedule.
• Must have a secured position for the 2026-2027 school year

If there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position, Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you at [e-mail] .

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools’ Title IX Coordinator, [e-mail] , the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights at https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr , or both.

The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Jeremy Saint Laurent, Chief Legal Counsel in Legal Services, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55325, [e-mail]

Springfield Public School’s sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website, www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to [e-mail]

Position Type: Summer School

Salary: $22.03 to $26.55 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cynthia Escribano , Principal
• GERENA COMMUNITY SCHOOL
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]