Education Support Professional - Special Education -Kindergarten

Education Support Professional - Kindergarten - Special Education

Chicopee Public Schools Belcher Elementary School - Chicopee, Massachusetts

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Posted until filled
• Posted:
  Apr 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  Aug 24, 2026
• Position Type:
  Full-Time
• Salary: $22,777 to $36,324 Per Year

TITLE: Paraprofessional - Special Education - Elementary

TYPE: Unit E Collective Bargaining Agreement

SALARY: Per Unit E Collective Bargaining Agreement

REPORTS TO: Building Principal/Classroom Teacher

OBJECTIVE: The primary function of a paraprofessional is to work with individual or small groups of children with special needs to facilitate learning and achievement.

• Work with individual and small groups of students
• Administer, correct and communicate basic analysis of student assessments
• Utilize the conclusions derived from assessment analysis in subsequent instruction
• Instruct students on rules of conduct and expected behaviors
• Bring academic, social and motor issues to the attention of the classroom teacher
• May update parents or guardians of their students’ academic performance and behavior
• Support class objectives and outlines that align with the district approved curriculum
• Maintain records, attendance and assessments as required by the classroom teacher
• Assist in preparation of classroom materials
• Assist in the delivery of differentiated instruction in an appropriate manner consistent with district curriculum
• Provide timely feedback to the classroom teacher regarding student progress in academic, social and motor skills
• Assist students with activities of daily living, including diapering and toileting needs if necessary
• Work independently by appropriately using the directions given by the special education teacher
• Demonstrate the dependability, time management, as well as the receptive and expressive communication skills, to effectively perform the assignment
• Build on strengths and act on suggestions in areas needing improvement
• Possess the ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to new situations and an ever changing educational environment
• Demonstrate sound judgment
• Maintain effective, professional working relationship with others (e.g., paraprofessionals, teachers, staff, parents, guardians, administrators, etc.)
• Resolve conflict well, and seek assistance when appropriate
• Under the direction of the special education teacher, strive to maintain a learning environment that is both physically and emotionally safe
• As appropriate, assist in the communication and enforcement of federal and state laws and regulations, as well as district policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned by the principal, or school administration

• Respect students, parents, guardians and community.
• Respect and embrace students of diverse backgrounds and experiences.

• Assist in the protection of students and property.
• Assist the classroom teacher in fire and other emergency drills.
• Assist the classroom teacher in the management of students (e.g., dismissal, field trips, etc.)

• Maintain a high level of personal integrity, confidentiality and a strong work ethic.
• Practice discretion and maintain confidentiality, particularly and specifically concerning the background, achievement, behavior or other information about children with special needs.
• Participate in professional development as assigned.

• High School Diploma required, with additional college‑level coursework. Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Previous experience preferred.

Must be trained or willing to be trained by the Chicopee Public Schools in the knowledge and performance areas identified for the specific assignment (e.g., Implementation of a Student Behavior Plan, Use of Sign Basic Language, Use of a Communication Board, Physical Restraint and Verbal De‑escalation Techniques).

• Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including, but not limited to: computers, copiers, adding…