Preschool Special Ed Paraprofessional - Nurturing Support

Young World Physical Education; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

A public educational institution in Westfield, MA, is seeking a Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional. This full-time role requires assistance for students with physical tasks and reinforcement of learning in a supportive environment. Candidates should have an Associate degree or at least 48 college credits, along with a demonstrated interest in education. Salary ranges from $18 to $28 per hour, with various responsibilities including supervision of students during school activities. An ideal candidate should possess emotional maturity, communication skills, and interest in children's development.

Qualifications

• Possession of an Associate degree or higher; or 48 college credits; or passage of the ParaPro or Work Keys assessment.
• Demonstrated interest in children and education.
• Emotional maturity and stability for the specialized work involved.
• Ability to communicate and work successfully with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with physical tasks including clothing and mobility.
• Reinforce learning for individual or small groups.
• Establish supportive relationships with students.
• Supervise students during various school activities.

Skills

Interest in children and education

Emotional maturity

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or higher / 48 college credits

Job description

A public educational institution in Westfield, MA, is seeking a Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional. This full-time role requires assistance for students with physical tasks and reinforcement of learning in a supportive environment. Candidates should have an Associate degree or at least 48 college credits, along with a demonstrated interest in education. Salary ranges from $18 to $28 per hour, with various responsibilities including supervision of students during school activities. An ideal candidate should possess emotional maturity, communication skills, and interest in children's development.