Middle School Educational Support Professional/ESP-3, G7-8 (5642)

3210305 Gibbons Middle School

Westborough (MA)

Sur place

USD 25 000 - 34 000

Plein temps

Il y a 9 jours

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Résumé du poste

Westborough Public Schools is seeking a dynamic Special Education Support Professional (ESP-3) to join our staff at Gibbons Middle School (Monday - Friday, 6.5 hours per day, 2 Mondays per month, 7.5 hours)

Westborough Public Schools seek professionals who are excited to join a high-performing district where academic excellence, equity and wellness are our core values.

Qualifications

Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Solid related experience may substitute for a degree.
CORI, SORI and SAFIS background checks required.
Experience with diverse learners and data collection for IEPs.
Bilingual skills in Spanish and Portuguese are highly desirable.

Responsabilités

Provide support to students in large groups, small groups, and one-to-one settings.
Assist with accommodations and modifications to align with IEPs.
Assist with testing and assessments as directed.
Correct day-to-day student work under teacher direction.
Attend two Monday after-school meetings per month to collaborate with staff.
Cover classroom responsibilities in the absence of the teacher.
Support safety and emotional regulation strategies as part of routines.

Connaissances

Professional boundaries

Attendance & punctuality

Inclusive practices

Data collection

Collaboration

Communication

Technology integration

Growth mindset

Bilingual skills (Spanish/Portuguese)

Formation

Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s in related field

Description du poste

Middle School Educational Support Professional/ESP-3, G7-8 (5642)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5974658

Application Deadline: Nov 05, 2026 6:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Nov 16, 2026

Job Description

Westborough Public Schools seek professionals who are excited to join a high-performing district where academic excellence, equity and wellness are our core values.

We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose stellar staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families.
We educate approximately 4,000 students from Pre-K through age 22, from homes that speak almost 30 different languages. Our student population is approximately 54% Students of Color and 46% White students.
We support our passionate, dedicated, and highly skilled staff through ongoing collaboration to ensure their safety, health, sense of belonging, and professional growth.

With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful global citizens.

Job Title: Educational Support Professional - 3 (Special Education)

Reports to: Principal and Student Services Coordinator

Department: Student Services

Schedule: 6-hour paid work day, M-F (on-site 6.5 hours with 30 minute unpaid break) 20 Mondays (2 per month) stayingone hour later will be required, on-site 7.5 hours

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt, hourly position

Salary Range: ESP Salary Scale

Qualifications

Education: Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s from an accredited college/university in a related field
Solid related experience may substitute for a degree
Specialized Knowledge Preferred: child growth and development, disabilities, applied behavioral analysis (ABA), growth mindset, inclusive practices, cultural proficiency, anti-bias instruction, social-emotional learning, assistive technology and/or technology integration
CORI, SORI and Fingerprinting: All appointments are conditional based on a satisfactory CORI, SORI and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR 51.00.
Preferred Experience:
- Working in a diverse public school setting and with English Language learners
- Working with students with special abilities, including students with physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and/or learning challenges
- Collecting data and implementing IEPs under the direction of a special educator
- Teaching life skills such as communication, eating, cleaning, and toileting
- Highly desirable to have experience with:
  - Knowledge in the areas of literacy and math instruction
  - Second Step
  - Responsive Classroom
  - PBS (Positive Behavioral Supports) using the FAIR system
  - Zones of Regulation
  - Social Thinking
  - Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

Required Skills

Ability to apply professional standards of conduct and maintain professional boundaries with students and families/caregivers.
Ability to maintain regular attendance, arrive and depart at specified contractual times, and follow appropriate protocols when absent or tardy
Creates a welcoming, supportive, and equitable learning environment
Implements instructional and assessment modifications and/or accommodations across settings as directed
Empowers students to be critical thinkers who can reflect on their learning, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and implement learned strategies
Partners and collaborates with team teachers, department colleagues, and specialists
Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with students and colleagues
Integrates technology in order to enhance and extend student learning experiences
Demonstrates a passion for working with students
Demonstrates a belief in growth mindset for students and self
Multitasks in a fast‑paced environment
Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information ( including but not limited to records, performance, and personal information
Maintain professional boundaries with students and families/caregivers
Think and work flexibly with the ability to adjust when needed
Possessing Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, is highly desirable

CENTRAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO)

Provide support to students in large groups, small groups, and one-to-one settings, Assist the teacher in addressing the educational and functional impacts of individual students’ special needs
Assist with implementing accommodations and modifications to the setting, content, and instruction in accordance with a student’s IEP
Administer or assist in the administration of alternative testing, including classroom, district, and state assessments.
Correct day-to-day student work, under teacher direction; not responsible for grading or communication with parents.
Participate in staff development programs as assigned.
Participate as an active member of the Student Services Team
Review and implement educational, social-emotional, and behavioral supports outlined in students’ IEPs and/or BIPs
Collect and record data as directed by the educational team.
Attend two Monday after school meetings per month to collaborate with faculty and other school personnel
Perform other appropriate tasks designated by the supervising teacher/principal
Cover classroom responsibilities in the absence of the teacher, when necessary.
Preschool TIER 2 ESPs will also be responsible for lifting, toileting, diapering, and supporting the emerging communication and emotional regulation skills of 3 and 4 year olds

TIER 3 ESPs

TIER 3 ESPs provide intensive, individualized support for K-22 students with complex needs, including behavioral, emotional, medical, and safety requirements.

In addition to TIER 2 skills and responsibilities listed above, the TIER 3 ESPs must also be able to perform job responsibilities as outlined below:

Implement teacher-created, specially designed instruction and activities, including core curriculum instruction, academic support, and support of related service and therapy activities.
Provide support to students with diverse cognitive abilities and varying social-emotional and behavioral regulation needs
Assist with lifting, transfers, and mobility, as well as non-medical personal care needs (e.g., toileting, diapering, and personal hygiene)
Provide specialized instruction and support in specialized programs, 1:1 settings, and inclusion environments under the direction of a special education teacher or related service provider
Deliver consistent social, emotional, physical, and academic supports to promote student success across a variety of inclusion opportunities
Collect, document, and maintain accurate data related to academics, behavior, and other IEP goal areas
Implement individual behavior support plans and safety plans with fidelity
Respond appropriately to emergency situations, including behavioral crises, student altercations, and medical needs
Maintain focus on student safety and instructional priorities in busy, noisy, and potentially stressful environments
Cover classroom responsibilities in the absence of the teacher, when necessary.
Implement de-escalation strategies and approved physical management techniques as required
Follow and implement feeding protocols and medical plans, including seizure protocols
Support students in the use of AAC systems and assistive technology devices