Kindergarten Classroom Support Specialist

ARTHUR D HEALEY SCHOOL; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

ARTHUR D HEALEY SCHOOL in Somerville, MA seeks a 26-27 Kindergarten Paraprofessional. The paraprofessional supports instruction, classroom management, and student supervision, collaborating with teachers to foster a positive learning environment for diverse students.

This role participates in curriculum development and data collection under supervision. Salary is set per the Somerville Educator's Union agreement; benefits and schedule align with the 183-day school year.

Qualifications

• Appropriate Department of Elementary and Secondary Educator's license in the field or subject for this position.
• DESE SEI endorsement required.
• Bilingual Educator preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Develop an understanding of the curriculum.
• Support the overall management of the classroom and student behavior.
• Provide small group and/or individual instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Provide assistance and supervision of students during cafeteria time, recess and if needed, toileting.
• Assist the classroom teacher with the development of curriculum materials.
• Help to create and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Support students’ emotional regulation.
• Collect academic and/or behavioral data as directed.
• Develop and maintain positive, respectful, and appropriate relationships with students.
• Engage positively, respectfully, and professionally with colleagues.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning and success.
• Positively contribute to a classroom and school community that affirms the identities of all students and staff.
• Use practices and approaches that value student diversity.
• Protect student confidentiality.
• Engage in meaningful professional development opportunities and apply the learning from those experiences.
• Understand and utilize appropriate technology.
• Complete required paperwork and duties as assigned.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Principal/Supervisor and in accordance with the SEU Collective Bargaining Agreement

Skills

Teaching license

DESE SEI endorsement

Bilingual educator

Job description

ARTHUR D HEALEY SCHOOL in Somerville, MA seeks a 26-27 Kindergarten Paraprofessional. The paraprofessional supports instruction, classroom management, and student supervision, collaborating with teachers to foster a positive learning environment for diverse students.

This role participates in curriculum development and data collection under supervision. Salary is set per the Somerville Educator's Union agreement; benefits and schedule align with the 183-day school year.