Long-Term Substitute Paraprofessional; SY
Listed on 2026-07-16
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Early Childhood Education, Child Development/Support, Elementary School -
Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support
Long-Term Substitute Paraprofessional (SY )
Community Day Charter Public School (CDCPS) seeks a passionate Paraprofessional to provide long-term coverage support during a parental leave. The long-term substitute Paraprofessional works alongside our school teams, renowned for closing the achievement gap. CDCPS manages multiple campuses across Lawrence, MA, and serves 1,200 pre-kindergarten to 8th-grade students. We believe in providing our students with a rigorous student-centered academic program while investing in their social, emotional, and holistic well-being.
CDCPS has dedicated teams to support our paraprofessionals, ensuring our students' success. The Long-term substitute paraprofessional may provide coverage for a period of up to 4 months during the school year.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- Provide small group or one on one behavioral and academic support to a specific student or small group of students
- Provide one on one student support based on specific needs outlined in the student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
- Collaborate with teachers to ensure accommodations/modifications are being met in the inclusive classroom setting
- Assist the teacher in the day-to-day operation of the classroom
- Promote the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical talents of each child
- Participate in two-week training in the summer, and during the school year, participate in a year-long professional development series during early release days
- Provide coverage as needed
- Engage in all other duties as assigned by your supervisor
Qualifications
- Uphold a passionate belief in CDCPS' mission, values, and educational model
- A High school (or equivalent) or GED diploma required
- Previous experience working with school-aged children is preferred
- Ability to demonstrate skills in collaborative planning and problem-solving
- Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility, patience, and a sense of humor
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and experience with the implementation of developmentally appropriate strategies
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