Empower Young Learners: 1:1 Preschool SPED Paraprofessional

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a 1:1 Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional (halftime) at Munger Hill Elementary School in Westfield, MA. The role supports individual students with physical and emotional needs to meet program goals.

The position is part-time, on-site at the Munger Hill campus, with a salary between $18 and $28 per hour. Qualifications include an associate degree or 48 credits, or ParaPro/Work Keys certification, plus a commitment to student welfare.

Qualifications

• Possession of an Associate 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.
• Evidence of the emotional maturity and stability necessary 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist the student(s) to whom assigned in physical tasks and daily routines.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist the teacher in devising strategies based on individual students’ needs.
• Establish supportive, respectful relationships with students.
• Assist with supervision during drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
• Assist with lunch, snack, and cleanup routines.
• Participate in in-service training programs.
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

Skills

Demonstrated interest in children and

Ability to communicate with staff and

Education

Associates degree or higher; or 48 credit hours; or ParaPro/Work Keys

Job description

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a 1:1 Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional (halftime) at Munger Hill Elementary School in Westfield, MA. The role supports individual students with physical and emotional needs to meet program goals.

The position is part-time, on-site at the Munger Hill campus, with a salary between $18 and $28 per hour. Qualifications include an associate degree or 48 credits, or ParaPro/Work Keys certification, plus a commitment to student welfare.