Bilingual Paraprofessional: Student Support & Mentoring

Lowell Community Charter Public School; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowell Community Charter Public School in Lowell, MA, invites applications for a paraprofessional role to support English language learners and aid student growth in K-8 classrooms.

Join a diverse, mission-driven team dedicated to high standards, inclusive instruction, and collaborative planning. The successful candidate will assist teachers, reinforce learning, and engage families to support student success in a joyful, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Para Pro test completed.
• Experience in public education in an urban setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English and Spanish.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom setup and prepare instructional materials.
• Assist teacher in maintaining discipline and other classroom functions.
• Plan, develop and implement class curriculum approved by the teacher.
• Provide instructional support services under the supervision of the teacher.
• Provide corrective feedback to students and re-teach as necessary.
• Serve as mentor to the students.
• Communicate, collaborate and cooperate with colleagues, supervisors and students.
• Support individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning activities.
• Assist instructional personnel with the development and presentation of learning materials.
• Assist in administering pre- and post-testing.
• Conduct parental involvement activities.
• May be asked to support students in unified arts classes (Art, Music, World Cultures, PE and Library)
• Complete written reports and assigned tasks related to the functions
• Participate in meetings as requested
• Assist with assessments, data collection, behavior plans and transitions.
• May be asked to attend curriculum meetings and classroom team meetings.
• Follow the schedule provided by the supervising teacher
• Cover classes when needed.
• Complete additional tasks assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Classroom management

Mentoring students

Effective communication

Education

Associate's degree or ParaPro Test

Job description

Lowell Community Charter Public School in Lowell, MA, invites applications for a paraprofessional role to support English language learners and aid student growth in K-8 classrooms.

Join a diverse, mission-driven team dedicated to high standards, inclusive instruction, and collaborative planning. The successful candidate will assist teachers, reinforce learning, and engage families to support student success in a joyful, supportive environment.