PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL - MUNGER HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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

Overview

Position: Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional – Munger Hill Elementary School, Westfield Public Schools, Westfield, MA.

Job ID: 5578233

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Westfield Public Schools seeks qualified applicants for the following vacancy at Munger Hill Elementary School: Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional.

Job Summary:

• Assist the student(s) to whom assigned in physical tasks such as putting on and taking off clothing, moving from room to room, using the lavatory, feeding, and related activities.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in devising strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of each student’s needs, interests, and abilities.
• Establish a supportive and sympathetic relationship with students while avoiding excessive emotional involvement.
• Assist with supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
• Assist with supervision of playground, lavatories, cafeteria, and bus loading activities.
• Assist with lunch, snack, and clean-up routines.
• Participate in in-service training programs.
• Any other duties as assigned by the building principal or Superintendent of Schools.

Reports To: Building Principal

Terms of employment will be commensurate with the Westfield Public Schools Unit D contract. Performance will be in accordance with the Westfield School Committee policy on evaluation. This position is subject to funding.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $18 to $28 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Munger Hill Elementary School

Our mission is to provide students with a nurturing, safe environment that encourages the development of academic, social, and life skills through interactive and inquiry-based study. The school envisions equal learning opportunities and quality instructional methods to help every student reach maximum potential across core disciplines.

Job Requirements

• Qualifications:
  • Possession of an Associate degree or higher; or 48 college credits; or passage of the ParaPro or Work Keys assessment within three years of hire.
  • 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.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Work is generally conducted within the school building; ability to travel throughout the building.
  • Position involves sitting and the ability to travel within the classroom; light work with regular lifting up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
  • Frequent use of hands to operate keyboards and telephones; regular attendance is essential.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Application Questions

The employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended to type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.

1. Please explain how your past personal and professional experience make you a quality candidate to be an instructional assistant in an elementary school classroom.
   Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)
2. How do you build positive relationships with students and colleagues?
   Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)

Contact Information

• Stacy Burgess, Principal
• 148 Paper Mill Road
• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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