Para Educator: Grow Your Teaching Career & Impact Students

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid sick leave

Professional development

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking Classroom Para Educators to assist teachers in delivering a high-quality education program that serves all students. You will work with staff to create an engaging learning environment, providing instructional support, classroom assistance, and implementing effective classroom strategies.

The role offers competitive wages, paid sick leave, and robust Professional Development opportunities, including a Para to Teacher Pipeline program, within

Qualifications

• A high-school diploma or GED is required.
• Sixty (60) credit hours of college coursework or an Associate’s degree, or passing scores on ParaPro or WorkKeys.
• Current authorization to work in the United States by start date.
• Passing scores on Work Keys: Reading 5, Math 4, Writing 3.

Responsibilities

• Supports direct instruction to children individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings.
• Provides assistance with classroom activities.
• Prepares instructional materials.
• Manages individual and classroom behavior.
• Supervises students on field trips.
• Performs other support services as requested by Building Principal.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Instructional support

Classroom management

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 college credits

Associate’s degree

ParaPro/WorkKeys assessments

Job description

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking Classroom Para Educators to assist teachers in delivering a high-quality education program that serves all students. You will work with staff to create an engaging learning environment, providing instructional support, classroom assistance, and implementing effective classroom strategies.

The role offers competitive wages, paid sick leave, and robust Professional Development opportunities, including a Para to Teacher Pipeline program, within