What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional - Nessacus Regional Middle School position at Nessacus Regional Middle School?
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Associates Degree preferred.
- Experience working with school aged students desirable.
- First Aid/CPR certification desirable.
- Experience with students with disabilities required.
- Able to work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Experience working with students with a variety of learning, behavioral, and emotional challenges.
- Good organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to follow teacher direction.
- Requires patience and flexibility.
- Ability to interact and take direction from a variety of professionals.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assist classroom teacher and/or special education teacher in implementing accommodations and/or modifications for students requiring such supports.
- Assist general and special education teachers in collecting data on student progress.
- Collaborate with other staff in implementing behavioral intervention plans, as needed.
- Support student independence through the acquisition of skills and strategies.
- Other duties may be assigned by the building principal or superintendent. Hours will be assigned by the principal.
REPORTS TO:
Principal and/or other Supervisor
SALARY:
In accordance paraprofessional' contract.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Submit letter of application to:
John Vosburgh, Principal
Nessacus Regional Middle School
35 Fox Rd
Dalton, MA 01226
jvosburgh@cbrsd.org
Central Berkshire Regional School District, in accordance with its non-discrimination and zero tolerance policy, does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, disability, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, veteran status, or gender identity and does not tolerate any form of discrimination, intimidation, threat, coercion and/or harassment that insults the dignity of others by interfering with their freedom to learn and work. [M.G.L. c.76, s5]