The Westborough Public Schools is seeking a
dynamic temporary special education paraeducator
to join our staff at the Fales Elementary School
for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year
Monday, 7.5 hours / day, Tuesday-Friday, 6.5 hours per day)
The Westborough Public Schools enthusiastically welcome professionals to our district who thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the importance of relationships with our students, staff, families, and community.
- 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 vibrant, passionate, dedicated, skilled and professional staff through ongoing collaboration and feedback 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 citizens of a global world.
Job Title : Temporary Special Education Paraeducator
Reports to : Principal and Student Services Coordinator
Department : Student Services
School year and days : 2024-2025 school year
FLSA Status : Non-exempt, Unit B
Salary Range : Paraeducator Salary Scales
Qualifications :
Education : Associate's degree or Bachelor's from an accredited college / university in a related fieldSolid related experience may substitute for a degreeSpecialized 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 integrationCORI 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 learnersWorking with students with special abilities, including students with physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and / or learning challengesCollecting data and implementing IEPs under the direction of a special educatorTeaching life skills such as communication, eating, cleaning, and toiletingHighly desirable to have experience with :Knowledge in the areas of literacy and math instructionSecond StepResponsive ClassroomZones of RegulationSocial ThinkingMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)Skills :
Creates a welcoming, supportive, and equitable learning environmentImplements instructional and assessment modifications and / or accommodations as directed and where neededEmpowers students to be critical thinkers who can reflect on their learning, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and implement learned strategiesPartners and collaborates with team teachers, department colleagues, and specialistsCommunicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writingEstablishes and maintains effective relationships with students and colleaguesIntegrates technology in order to enhance and extend student learning experiencesHas a passion for working with students and be flexible and collaborativeDemonstrate a belief in growth mindset for students and selfMultitasks in a fast-paced environment and nurture student growthPossessing Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, is highly desirablePerformance Responsibilities May Include (but are not limited to) :
Maintain the physical strength and agility needed to perform job responsibilitiesMaintain professional boundaries with students and families / caregiversEnsure confidentiality of records, performance, and personal information related to students and their families / caregiversThink and work flexibly with the ability to adjust when neededBecomes 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 (IBP)Fosters student growth and independence at their individual levelDisplays flexibility in accepting and carrying out assignments and responsibilitiesParticipates in professional development activities and attends meetings as directed by the Principal or Student Services CoordinatorDemonstrates a willingness to learn and administer individualized student programs and technology devicesAny other relative duties as assigned.The Intensive Special Education Paraeducator must also be able to perform job responsibilities outlined below :
Assisting students with physical, cognitive disabilities and / or limited mobility with feeding, toileting, diapering, and managing other personal care tasks including possible exposure to bodily fluids (training and protocols will be provided)Responding to emergency situations such as behavioral challenges, student altercations, medical needs (instead of injuries) etc.Staying focused on student need and safety amid a busy, noisy, and sometimes stressful work environmentEvaluation :
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the WPS Paraeducator's Evaluation system.
Salary and Benefits :
Salary and benefits, for permanent benefits eligible staff, are per the contract between the Westborough School Committee
and the Westborough Education Association.
The Westborough Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by law.
Date Updated : 10 / 2 / 2024
