Temporary Preschool Instructional Aide (May through no later than June 30, 2025), Baldwin School

Cambridge Public Schools; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic educational environment as a Temporary Preschool Instructional Aide, where you will play a vital role in supporting students with disabilities. This position involves collaborating with educators to implement individualized learning plans, supervising students, and ensuring a nurturing atmosphere. The ideal candidate will be energetic, patient, and dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of students. This opportunity not only allows you to make a significant impact on young learners but also to grow in a supportive and inclusive community. If you're passionate about education and eager to contribute, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Must have the physical ability to work on the floor and move around the room.
• Willingness to be trained in de-escalation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing students' Individualized Educational Plans (IEP).
• Supervise students with disabilities during transitions and non-instructional activities.
• Collaborate with education staff to accommodate student learning.

Skills

Collaboration

Oral Communication

Problem Solving

Working with Students in Urban Environments

Patience

Flexibility

Education

Associates Degree

48 College Credits

Job description

Position: Temporary Preschool Instructional Aide (7 hours per day)

Available through no later than June 30, 2025

Office of Student Services/Baldwin School

Overview of the Cambridge Public Schools:

Cambridge is a vibrant, diverse city and a central hub and driver of the nation’s innovation economy. Home of the renowned educational institutions of Harvard and MIT, Cambridge is also the center of an impressive array of biotechnology, science, and information technology companies.

Educating about 7,000 students JK-12, the Cambridge Public Schools includes award-winning faculty, cutting edge technology, and innovative programs. While each of our public schools is unique, they are joined in a shared vision of rigorous, joyful, and culturally responsive learning plus personalized support for every student. Over 30% of CPS students speak a language other than English at home, and over 65 languages are spoken by our families. Among the most common are Spanish, Haitian Creole, Amharic, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, and Portuguese. Our schools proudly embrace this diversity.

The Office of Student Services (OSS) is responsible for providing a variety of supports and services to students in Cambridge Public Schools (CPS). Our programs are dedicated to ensuring equitable access and success for students with disabilities and students who have advanced learning needs.

Duties:

The instructional aide paraprofessional reports to and is supervised by the special educator. They are primarily responsible for assisting in the implementation of each student’s Individualized Educational Plan (IEP). Key responsibilities include:

• Provide assistance with instruction for students with disabilities
• Supervise students with disabilities during non-instructional activities
• Supervise students during transitions
• Collaborate with general education, special education, and related services staff
• Accommodate and modify for student learning and support the general education teacher with the implementation of appropriate accommodations in the general education setting
• Perform related duties as may be designated by the special educator or supervisor
• Toileting of students is a duty that an individual may be expected and required to perform as a paraprofessional employed by the Cambridge Public Schools

Your Skill Set:

• Above average skills in collaboration
• Excellent skills in oral communication
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve
• Experience working with students in urban environments
• Must be energetic, enthusiastic, patient, and flexible
• Assist in addressing the physical, educational, and social-emotional needs of the students
• Willingness to be trained in de-escalation and safe physical restraint techniques
• Must have the physical ability to work on the floor and move around the room to support students and teachers in curriculum implementation, use of manipulatives and other instructional methods and materials
• Associates degree, or 48 college credits from an accredited college or university

How to Join Our Team:

Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.