Impactful SPED Para Educator: Small Caseload Tutoring

LYNCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid sick leave

Professional Development opportunities

Para to Teacher Pipeline program

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional for Lynch Elementary School in Springfield, MA. The role centers on supporting a small caseload of students with moderate to severe needs, under a lead special educator’s guidance.

The position emphasizes implementing effective academic and behavior interventions, maintaining high expectations, and assisting families and teachers to improve student outcomes. Immediate start; open until filled.

Qualifications

• High behavioral expectations for students and strong classroom management.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial school environment.
• Proven track-record of supporting student achievement and progress.

Responsibilities

• Support a small caseload of students with moderate to severe needs.
• Implement rigorous academic and behavior intervention systems.
• Lead daily individual and small group tutoring sessions.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with a special educator and families to support student success.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Motivation

Education

High-school diploma or GED

60 college credits or associate degree

ParaPro or WorkKeys certification requirement

Tools

ParaPro Assessment

WorkKeys Certification

Job description

Springfield Public Schools is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional for Lynch Elementary School in Springfield, MA. The role centers on supporting a small caseload of students with moderate to severe needs, under a lead special educator’s guidance.

The position emphasizes implementing effective academic and behavior interventions, maintaining high expectations, and assisting families and teachers to improve student outcomes. Immediate start; open until filled.