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PARAPROFESSIONAL - MCCARTHY MIDDLE SCHOOL


McCarthy Middle School
Chelmsford Public Schools
Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Job Details
Job ID: 4210606 Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
Posted: April 10, 2023 Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description
Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Vacancy for the 2022- 2023 School Year

The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position: Middle School Paraprofessional

Description: Work with Middle School children, both in general education classrooms and the special education classrooms to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Associates degree, two years of college or passing the para test.
  • Knowledge and understanding of various disabilities.
  • Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
  • Knowledge of special education procedures and IEPs
  • Provide support (accommodations & modifications) to students with academic tasks.
  • Knowledge of school classroom procedure, including preparation and maintenance of records.
  • Support students with social, communication and/or ADL skills including assisting with toileting as needed.
  • Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities at the Middle School level.
  • Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the principal, special education
    coordinator, and Director of Student Services.
  • Successful candidate will have a positive attitude and must work well as a member of a team.
  • Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues and provide ongoing support and direction to students.
  • Ability to work as a team and collaborate.

    Qualified applicants may be eligible for an annual "toileting " stipend if applicable.
    Qualified applicants may be eligible for additional paid training (outside of regular school hours.)
    Position is eligible for paid sick, personal and bereavement time.


    Position Type: Full-time
    Positions Available: 2


    • Welcome to McCarthy Middle School!

    The C. Edith McCarthy Middle School is one of two middle schools in Chelmsford. Providing education for about 940 students from grades 5-8, we are one of the largest middle schools in the Merrimack Valley. Our staff is committed to creating a learning environment in which all students feel safe and secure and are able to reach their fullest academic and social potential. We believe our school community has the capacity to thrive academically, socially, physically and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment where trust and respect are valued. We believe learning is a continuous process that must be meaningful and encourage growth through creative thinking, collaboration, communication, inquiry, problem-solving and self-reflection. We believe students, parents, teachers, staff and community members must work cooperatively and be held accountable for setting high standards that ensure students’ learning and growth. We believe in a school community that works collaboratively to develop knowledgeable, contributing and respectful citizens.
    Equal Opportunity Employer
    Chelmsford 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
    We are seeking a team player to work as a paraprofessional providing support (academic, social, communication, & Activities of Daily Living (ADL), for students. Candidate will work with middle school children, both in general education classrooms and/or the special education classroom to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically. Successful candidate will have a positive attitude and must work well as a member of a team. Ability to build relationships with students and colleagues, and provide ongoing support and direction to students.
  • Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
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    Application Questions
    This employer has requested that all applicants answer the following questions. It is highly recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.
    1. Why do you feel this position is a good match for your skill set?
    Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)

    Contact Information
    Kurt McPhee, Principal
    250 North Road
    Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
    Phone: 978-251-5122
    Email: mcpheek@chelmsford.k12.ma.us