Kindergarten SPED Paraprofessional: Classroom Support

Northeast Elementary School; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Waltham Public Schools seeks a Kindergarten Instructional Paraprofessional to assist teachers in delivering instruction to students. Open to immediate start; requires a high school diploma with two years of higher education preferred.

The role involves maintaining a safe, structured classroom, following directions, and supporting student goals under teacher guidance. Eligibility and letters of recommendation are requested in the application.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher education preferred.
• Ability to work under teacher direction.
• Experience with students is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the learning environment under the direction of the teacher.
• Implement student goals and objectives under the teacher's guidance.
• Utilize educational materials properly.
• Help maintain a pleasant, neat and organized classroom.
• Perform scheduled duties promptly and fulfill paperwork responsibilities.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service activities.
• Ensure a safe, supportive learning environment for every student.
• Relate well to students of varied proficiency and support self-concept development.

Skills

Follow directions

Caring with students

Assist academic tasks

Education

High school diploma

Two years of higher education preferred

Job description

Waltham Public Schools seeks a Kindergarten Instructional Paraprofessional to assist teachers in delivering instruction to students. Open to immediate start; requires a high school diploma with two years of higher education preferred.

The role involves maintaining a safe, structured classroom, following directions, and supporting student goals under teacher guidance. Eligibility and letters of recommendation are requested in the application.