Kindergarten Classroom Support Aide

Schoolsofwestfield; Westfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools seeks a Kindergarten Paraprofessional at Westfield River Elementary School to assist in daily student support and learning reinforcement.

The role includes supervising students, aiding classroom activities, and implementing teacher strategies, with duties across lunch, supervision, and field trips. Starting date is August 31, 2026, with eligibility requiring a Child Development credential or related degree and residency or work eligibility.

Qualifications

• Credential or degree in child development/early childhood education required.
• Ability to communicate and work with staff and students.
• Emotional maturity and stability for the specialized work involved.
• Interest in children and education.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with clothing, mobility, lavatory use, meals and other tasks.
• Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce learning.
• Support teacher with strategies tailored to each student.
• Maintain supportive relationships without overfamiliarity.
• Supervise students during drills, assemblies, play, field trips.
• Assist with playground, lavatories, cafeteria and bus loading duties.
• Aide lunch, snack and clean‑up routines.
• Participate in in‑service training programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the principal or superintendent.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Child Development Associate Credential or Associate's degree in child development/early childhood education

Job description

Westfield Public Schools seeks a Kindergarten Paraprofessional at Westfield River Elementary School to assist in daily student support and learning reinforcement.

The role includes supervising students, aiding classroom activities, and implementing teacher strategies, with duties across lunch, supervision, and field trips. Starting date is August 31, 2026, with eligibility requiring a Child Development credential or related degree and residency or work eligibility.