Job Description

TITLE: Paraprofessional - Regular Education
TYPE: Chicopee Education Association (Unit E) Bargaining Agreement
PROPOSED SALARY: Per Unit E Contract
REPORTS TO: Building Principal for evaluation and classroom teacher for day-to- day assignments

BRIEF DESCRIPTION: The primary function of a paraprofessional is to perform duties as assigned by the classroom teacher in the delivery of the district curriculum in multiple ways that increase student learning and achievement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. GENERAL DUTIES AND INSTRUCTION
0 Work with small groups of students
0 Administer, correct and communicate basic analyze of student assessments
0 Utilize the conclusions derived from assessment analysis in subsequent instruction
0 Instruct students on rules of conduct and expected behaviors
0 Bring academic, social and motor issues to the attention of the classroom teacher
0 May update parents or guardians of their students academic performance and behavior
0 Support class objectives and outlines that align with the district approved curriculum
0 Maintains records, attendance and assessments as required by the classroom teacher
0 Assist in preparation of classroom materials
0 Assist in the deliver of differentiated instruction in an appropriate manner consistent with district curriculum
0 Provide timely feedback to the classroom teacher regarding student progress in academic, social and motor skills
0 Assist students with activities of daily living
Is trained or willing to be trained by the Chicopee Public Schools in the knowledge and performance areas identified for the specific
assignment ((e.g., Responsive Classroom Techniques, Implementation of a Student Behavior Plan, Use of a Communication Board,

Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1
Salary: $18,321 to $30,466 Per Year

Equal Opportunity Employer
Chicopee Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Job Requirements
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. High School Diploma required, as well as additional college level coursework. Associates required 2. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred 3. Previous experience preferred
Associate degree preferred
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Questions
There are no application questions required for this job posting.

Contact Information
Michelle Pete, Principal
26 Memorial Avenue
Chicopee, Massachusetts 01020
Phone: 413--594-3501
Fax: 413-594-3509
Email: mpete@cpsge.org