Para-Educator: Empower Inclusive Student Support

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Para-Educator for small group support to assist with instruction and student goals.

The role supports students in social, emotional, and academic development under teachers and school staff, including implementing IEP objectives and behavior plans; candidates should have 48 college credits or Para Pro, and strong commitment to inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 48 college credits; or Passed the Para Pro test.
• Experience working with children; in an educational setting preferred
• Experience with and/or the ability to become CPI trained if necessary
• Experience working with children with Special Education services preferred
• Passion to work with school aged children

Responsibilities

• The Para-Educator will work under the direction and guidance of the special education/general education teacher, administration, and school-based personnel in supporting student’s growth and achievement including students’ IEP goals and objectives.
• Assisting students in their learning across content areas in individual, small group, and whole group settings.
• Assisting students in self-regulation and management of emotions and behavior to maximize student learning including, but not limited to, implementing and supporting behavior plans and classroom management programs.
• Provide sensory support to students as needed.
• Assisting and supporting students in their communication between peers, school staff, etc. including the use of assistive technology.
• Supporting students transitions during arrival and dismissal, between subjects/classes in school, and between activities.
• Para-Educators will provide support in the development of social, emotional, and behavioral skills with individuals or group of students.
• May be asked to review student IEPs on an as needed basis to ensure students’ needs are understood and being met
• May provide personal care assistance to students including but not limited to toileting/diapering, feeding, physical lifting of students for hygiene and body positioning changes.
• Other duties related to support of students as directed by Administration.

Skills

Experience with children

CPI trained

Special Education experience

Passion for working with school aged

Education

Associate degree preferred

Para Pro test acceptable

Job description

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Para-Educator for small group support to assist with instruction and student goals.

The role supports students in social, emotional, and academic development under teachers and school staff, including implementing IEP objectives and behavior plans; candidates should have 48 college credits or Para Pro, and strong commitment to inclusion.