Paraprofessional-General Full Day Kindergarten

North Reading Public Schools; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The L. D. Batchelder Elementary School in North Reading is seeking a full-time General Paraprofessional to support the kindergarten program.

You will assist the classroom teacher, provide instructional and supervisory support, and help with arrival, dismissal, lunch, and recess duties. The role requires excellent communication, ability to multi-task, and physical assistance of students. A Bachelor's degree is preferred and prior related experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and solve problems independently.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to physically assist students as needed.
• At least two years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in creating a learning-conducive environment.
• Provide assistance to students in instructional activities.
• Provide physical assistance to students as required.
• Implement good behavior management with students.
• Support teacher with preparation of instructional materials.
• Provide supervision during arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, bus duty, and classrooms.
• Assist the principal and staff in daily school management.
• Assume other duties as designated by the Principal, Teacher, or Designee.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Physical assistance

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

TheL.D. Batchelder Elementary School is seeking a fulltime General Paraprofessional to support the kindergarten program. In this role you will provide support to the kindergarten program, the building principal, and teaching staff in the day-to-day operation of the school, including classroom support, cafeteria and recess supervision, arrival and dismissal procedures, and instructional support.North Reading Public Schoolsis actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential.

This position is five (5) days per week (Monday through Friday) and 35.0 hours/week.

Essential Duties

• Assist the classroom teacher in creating an environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Provide assistance to students in instructional activities
• Providephysical assistance to students as required
• Implement good behavior management skills with students
• Supportteacher with the preparation of instructional materials
• Provide school-based supervision of arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, bus duty, and /or classrooms
• Assist the principal and staff in the daily management of the school
• Assume other duties/responsibilities as designated by the Principal, Teacher, and/or Designee

Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve independently
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Ability to physically assist students, as assigned
• At least two (2) years of relevant experience preferred
• This may include a background in education including college and/or work experience
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

Additional benefits for this work are outlined in the current North Reading Federation of Paraprofessionals contract.

The North Reading Public Schools (NRPS) provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students develop both their social-emotional and academic skills and abilities through an exploration of a wide range of content areas, the arts, athletics, and extra-curricular opportunities. With a dedication to excellence, service, and life-long learning our students will engage collaboratively, think critically, embrace diversity, and value equity in order to become productive global citizens.

NRPS is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential. Candidates with different perspectives and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply to grow our school community and help students feel personally connected to their learning experiences and feel represented inside and outside of the classroom ensuring a sense of belonging.

North Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin age, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Human Resources Administrator.