Education Support Pro for Special Education & General Ed

District-Wide; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicopee Public Schools is seeking an Educational Support Professional (Paraprofessional) to assist in delivering district curriculum under the supervision of classroom teachers. Responsibilities include supporting small groups, assisting with assessments, and helping implement individualized education plans.

The role requires a high school diploma, passing DESE assessments if no degree, and preference for bilingual candidates; previous experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, as well as additional college level coursework.
• DESE-endorsed assessments (WorkKeys or ParaPro) if no college degree.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English, Farsi, Russian, etc.) preferred
• Previous experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the classroom teacher, the Education Support Professional supports student instruction in academic, social, and motor skills through the delivery and assessment of the district curriculum in consultation with the Individual Education Plan (if applicable).
• Work with small groups of students.
• Administer, correct and communicate basic analysis of student assessments.
• Utilize the conclusions derived from assessment analysis in subsequent instruction.
• Instruct students on rules of conduct and expected behaviors.
• Bring academic, social and motor issues to the attention of the classroom teacher.
• Support class objectives and outlines that align with the district approved curriculum.
• Maintain records, attendance and assessments as required by the classroom teacher.

Skills

High School Diploma

DESE assessments

Bilingual preferred

Previous experience preferred

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Chicopee Public Schools is seeking an Educational Support Professional (Paraprofessional) to assist in delivering district curriculum under the supervision of classroom teachers. Responsibilities include supporting small groups, assisting with assessments, and helping implement individualized education plans.

The role requires a high school diploma, passing DESE assessments if no degree, and preference for bilingual candidates; previous experience is preferred.