Special Education Paraprofessional; EES
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Elementary School, Special Education Assistant, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Special Education Paraprofessional (EES)
Pittsfield Public Schools Egremont Elementary School
- Pittsfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps Special Education Department
- Pittsfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps
Job : 5925411
Final date to receive applications: Sep 28, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Sep 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Sep 29, 2026
Job DescriptionThe paraprofessional will assist one or more teachers in the implementation of the instructional program and shall perform all the tasks, responsibilities, and duties as assigned by the teachers(s).
- assisting the teacher and the student with the instructional program
- assisting the teacher to assess student performance
- maintaining records and data on student performance as assigned by the teacher
- monitoring student behavior and assisting students to engage in appropriate classroom behavior
- assisting the teacher in implementing IEPs, when applicable
Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:
- Classroom Teacher >
Elementary - Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA - Special Education >
Autism - Special Education >
Emotionally Disabled - Special Education >
Learning Disabled - Special Education >
Mild/Moderate Disabilities - Special Education >
Multiple Disabilities
VISION STATEMENTEgremont School will provide a learning environment which identifies and values each student's talents. To develop these talents we will build a creative, cooperative and respectful community that draws forth the best from each child for today and for the future.,
Job Requirements- Must be "Highly Qualified" as proscribed by NCLB (Associate's degree or passing Para Pro or Work Keys assessment)
Experience working with elementary students who have special needs in an urban educational setting; experience working with students who require academic and social/emotional assistance; experience assisting the teacher with implementation of an IEP
Ability to reinforce positive behaviors; excellent behavior management and communication skills; ability to support teachers in implementing instruction; willing to be trained in de-escalation and restraint techniques provided by the district.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Melissa Brites , Alternative Education Director
- 269 First Street
- Pittsfield, Massachusetts 01201
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