Part Time Paraprofessional/Recess Aide
Granby Public Schools
Part-time
On-site
Granby, Massachusetts, United States
Part-Time Paraprofessional / Recess Aide 9:30-1:00 Monday - Friday
We are seeking a caring, dependable, and positive individual to join our school community as a part-time Paraprofessional and Recess Aide. This role supports students throughout part of the school day by assisting in classrooms, helping maintain a safe and welcoming environment, and building strong, respectful relationships with students. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who enjoys being part of a team, making connections with students, and contributing to a safe and supportive school community.
Supervision
Works under the direct supervision of certified school personnel and the general supervision of the Building Principal and/or the Director of Student Services
Education, Work Experience, and Licensure:
Required: Certification of one of the formal Massachusetts-Endorsed Assessments: ParaPro or WorkKeys or Associates Degree or at least
two years of post-secondary education that is equivalent to 48 credit hours from an accredited higher education institution
MA DESE Certified Acceptable C.O.R.I. and fingerprint report as determined by the Superintendent
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree
Prior experience working with children at the appropriate level for the position.
Competency in use of current related educational technology.
Qualifications:
- Enjoys working with children and supporting their social, emotional, and academic growth
- Patient, flexible, and able to remain calm in active environments
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Dependable and committed to student safety and well-being
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting teachers and students in classroom settings by providing assistance with learning activities, transitions, and routines
- Helping create a calm, inclusive, and encouraging environment where all students feel supported
- Supervising students during recess and outdoor activities to ensure safety and positive play
- Building meaningful relationships with students through kindness, consistency, and clear expectations
- Encouraging cooperation, problem-solving, and respectful behavior during unstructured times
- Communicating with school staff to support student needs and promote a positive school culture
Additional Responsibilities:
- Assists with the implementation of the general educational accommodations and special education instruction as stated on the IEP or 504 Plan.
- Paraprofessionals in Pre-School and Severe Special Needs Programs may assist with self-care and independent skills when deemed appropriate and assigned by a SPED liaison.
- Paraprofessionals in grades K-12 may assist with self-care and independent skills by escorting students to private areas where certified nursing personnel will provide the required support to the student.
- Works independently with small groups of students to reinforce concepts and skills initially introduced by the teachers or specialists.
- Provides escort and assistance to students as necessary.
- Serves as a resource person, if and when requested, to the special education evaluation team conferring about one of the students to whom he/she is assigned, while adhering to the School Committee’s confidentiality policy.
- Supports the assigned special and general education teacher, by implementing modifications of educational materials as needed.
- Assists the teacher in implementing special strategies for reinforcing materials or skills based on an understanding of the individual student, his/her needs, interests, and abilities.
- Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- May participates on faculty committees as assigned. Time spent in accordance with the paraprofessional contract.
- Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school and/or through self-selected professional growth activities.
- Complies with district, state and federal policies and regulations.
- Assists in administering or monitoring group tests.
- Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, school policy and administrative procedures.
- Acts as a Mandated Reporter (Chapter 119, Section 51A).
- Complies with the Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Policy.
- Any other duties as may be assigned by the Building Principal and/or Superintendent.
We are seeking a caring, dependable, and positive individual to join our school community as a part-time Paraprofessional and Recess Aide. This role supports students throughout part of the school day by assisting in classrooms, helping maintain a safe and welcoming environment, and building strong, respectful relationships with students. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who enjoys being part of a team, making connections with students, and contributing to a safe and supportive school community.
Supervision
Works under the direct supervision of certified school personnel and the general supervision of the Building Principal and/or the Director of Student Services
Education, Work Experience, and Licensure:
Required: Certification of one of the formal Massachusetts-Endorsed Assessments: ParaPro or WorkKeys or Associates Degree or at least
two years of post-secondary education that is equivalent to 48 credit hours from an accredited higher education institution
MA DESE Certified Acceptable C.O.R.I. and fingerprint report as determined by the Superintendent
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree
Prior experience working with children at the appropriate level for the position.
Competency in use of current related educational technology.
Qualifications:
- Enjoys working with children and supporting their social, emotional, and academic growth
- Patient, flexible, and able to remain calm in active environments
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Dependable and committed to student safety and well-being
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting teachers and students in classroom settings by providing assistance with learning activities, transitions, and routines
- Helping create a calm, inclusive, and encouraging environment where all students feel supported
- Supervising students during recess and outdoor activities to ensure safety and positive play
- Building meaningful relationships with students through kindness, consistency, and clear expectations
- Encouraging cooperation, problem-solving, and respectful behavior during unstructured times
- Communicating with school staff to support student needs and promote a positive school culture
Additional Responsibilities:
- Assists with the implementation of the general educational accommodations and special education instruction as stated on the IEP or 504 Plan.
- Paraprofessionals in Pre-School and Severe Special Needs Programs may assist with self-care and independent skills when deemed appropriate and assigned by a SPED liaison.
- Paraprofessionals in grades K-12 may assist with self-care and independent skills by escorting students to private areas where certified nursing personnel will provide the required support to the student.
- Works independently with small groups of students to reinforce concepts and skills initially introduced by the teachers or specialists.
- Provides escort and assistance to students as necessary.
- Serves as a resource person, if and when requested, to the special education evaluation team conferring about one of the students to whom he/she is assigned, while adhering to the School Committee’s confidentiality policy.
- Supports the assigned special and general education teacher, by implementing modifications of educational materials as needed.
- Assists the teacher in implementing special strategies for reinforcing materials or skills based on an understanding of the individual student, his/her needs, interests, and abilities.
- Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- May participates on faculty committees as assigned. Time spent in accordance with the paraprofessional contract.
- Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school and/or through self-selected professional growth activities.
- Complies with district, state and federal policies and regulations.
- Assists in administering or monitoring group tests.
- Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, school policy and administrative procedures.
- Acts as a Mandated Reporter (Chapter 119, Section 51A).
- Complies with the Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Policy.
- Any other duties as may be assigned by the Building Principal and/or Superintendent.