Long Term Substitute Special Education Paraeducator, Grades K-3

Position: Long Term Substitute Special Education Para educator, Grades K-3 (5995)
The Westborough Public Schools is seeking a

dynamic special education para educator

to join our staff at Fales Elementary school

for the remainder of the  school year

Monday-Friday, 6.5 hours per day

March 9th through last day of school in June

The Westborough Public Schools seek professionals who are excited to join a high-performing district where academic excellence, equity and wellness are our core values.

* We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose stellar staff provides high quality services for our diverse students and their families.

* We educate approximately 4,000 students from Pre-K through age 22, from homes that speak almost 30 different languages. Our student population is approximately 49% Students of Color and 51% White students.

* We support our passionate, dedicated, and highly skilled staff through ongoing collaboration to ensure their safety, health, sense of belonging, and professional growth.

With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful global citizens.

Job Title:

Special Education Para educator

Reports to:

Principal and Student Services Coordinator

Department:
Student Services

School year and days: , 184 days

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt, Unit B

Salary Range:
Para educator Salary Scales

Qualifications:

* Education:

Associate's degree or Bachelor's from an accredited college/university in a related field

* Solid related experience may substitute for a degree

* Specialized Knowledge Preferred: child growth and development, disabilities, applied behavioral analysis (ABA), growth mindset, inclusive practices, cultural proficiency, anti-bias instruction, social-emotional learning, assistive technology and/or technology integration

* CORI and Fingerprinting:
All appointments are conditional based on a satisfactory CORI and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR 51.00.

Preferred Experience:

* Working in a diverse public school setting and with English Language learners

* Working with students with special abilities, including students with physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and/or learning challenges

* Collecting data and implementing IEPs under the direction of a special educator

* Teaching life skills such as communication, eating, cleaning, and toileting

* Highly desirable to have experience with:

* Knowledge in the areas of literacy and math instruction

* Second Step

* Responsive Classroom

* PBS (Positive Behavioral Supports) using the FAIR system

* Zones of Regulation

* Social Thinking

* Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

Skills:

* Creates a welcoming, supportive, and equitable learning environment

* Implements instructional and assessment modifications and/or accommodations as directed and where needed

* Empowers students to be critical thinkers who can reflect on their learning, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and implement learned strategies

* Partners and collaborates with team teachers, department colleagues, and specialists

* Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

* Establishes and maintains effective relationships with students and colleagues

* Integrates technology in order to enhance and extend student learning experiences

* Has a passion for working with students and be flexible and collaborative

* Demonstrate a belief in growth mindset for students and self

* Multitasks in a fast-paced environment and nurture student growth

* Possessing Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, is highly desirable

CENTRAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB INCLUDE (but are not limited to):

* Maintain the physical strength and agility needed to perform job responsibilities

* Maintain professional boundaries with students and families/caregivers

* Ensure confidentiality of records, performance, and personal information related to students and their families/caregivers

* Think and work flexibly with the ability to adjust when needed

* Becomes familiar with and implements the students' educational, social-emotional, and behavioral needs as outlined in the students' Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and/or Individual Behavior Plan…