Paraprofessional - Spanish language speaker

Competitive

Salary and Benefits Join LCCPS!

We are a vibrant community of 815 K1-8 grade students, families and staff. We are proud to serve the diverse communities of Lowell. Our school represents many nations of Central and South America, Central Africa, and South East Asia.

The mission of Lowell Community Charter Public School is to graduate creative, confident and independent thinkers, global citizens and leaders who give back to their community. We will provide a comprehensive education giving students the knowledge, skills and ways of thinking that ensure their success in high school and preparation for the opportunity to go on to college. We expect our students to strive for excellence in academic achievement and personal conduct within a joyful, supportive culture.

The diversity within our students, staff, families and community and the many nations from which we come is a source of strength and an opportunity for learning. JOB GOAL:
Support young students in class with learning English and making appropriate grade level growth.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with set up of classroom and prepare materials for specialized instructional units

Assist teacher in maintaining discipline and other functions

Plan, develop and implement class curriculum approved by the teacher

Provide instructional support services under the supervision of the teacher

Provide corrective feedback to students and re-teach as necessary

Serve as mentor to the students

Communicate, collaborate and cooperate with colleagues, supervisors and students

Support individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning activities

Assist instructional personnel with the development and presentation of learning materials

Assist in administering pre- and post-testing

Conduct parental involvement activities

May be asked to support students in unified arts classes (Art, Music, World Cultures, PE and Library)
Complete written reports and assigned tasks related to the functions

Participate in meetings as requested

Assist with assessments, data collection, behavior plans and transitions.

May be asked to attend curriculum meetings and classroom team meetings.

Follow the schedule provided by the supervising teacher

Cover classes when needed.

Complete additional tasks assigned.

EXPERIENCE/

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree or Para Pro Test Experience in public education in an urban setting, preferred

Ability to work effectively with students and staff

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, in both English and Spanish Ability to communicate effectively with parents

Knowledge of current educational practices The Lowell Community Charter Public School is committed to creating an environment of inclusion cross-geography and across traditional lines of differences, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

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