Paraprofessional: Classroom Support & Student Growth

Muraco Elementary School; Winchester (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Public Schools, Muraco Elementary School in Winchester, MA is seeking a General Education/Special Education Support Professional (Paraprofessional). The role involves assisting in classroom activities, supporting student growth in small groups, and monitoring safety and student progress within a 184-day term.

The position requires two years of higher education and the ability to work under teacher supervision, with duties including ADLs and data collection as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to support and reinforce the teacher's expectations for students.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students under the direction of the teacher, nurse and/or support staff.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Supports students' academic growth by teaching individuals and small groups.
• Takes initiative to plan activities that meet the development level of students.
• Assists in data collection from established plans.
• Engages in professional development to improve ability to meet all students' needs.
• Promotes student independence, self-confidence, and development of social, organizational, and other critical skills.
• Provides positive reinforcement and constructive feedback to students.
• Effectively communicates and collaborates with staff.
• Demonstrates flexibility adjusting to changes in daily routines, needs, and administrative directives, policies and procedures.
• Works with students to resolve conflicts with one another as they arise.
• May have responsibilities for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) include those related to hygiene, feeding, and toileting as well as lifting/transferring students from wheelchairs.
• Develops a positive, workable rapport with students.
• Instructs individuals and small groups as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Assists in the tracking of student growth.
• Assists in preparation of the classroom for instructional activities as directed by the teacher.
• Monitors students' safety and security.
• Performs other responsibilities related to the role of a General Education/Special Education Support Professional (Paraprofessional)

Skills

Team Player

Student support

Work with students

Education

Two years of higher education

Job description

Winchester Public Schools, Muraco Elementary School in Winchester, MA is seeking a General Education/Special Education Support Professional (Paraprofessional). The role involves assisting in classroom activities, supporting student growth in small groups, and monitoring safety and student progress within a 184-day term.

The position requires two years of higher education and the ability to work under teacher supervision, with duties including ADLs and data collection as needed.