Job: ELEMENTARY PARAPROFESSIONAL

Hoosac Valley Regional School District
49 Park Street
Adams,, MA 01220

Phone:(413)743-2939
Fax:(413)743-4135
Website:HoosacValley.org

Job Title:
ELEMENTARY PARAPROFESSIONAL
Salary Range:Location:
Adams
Job Type:Category:
Full TimeEducation/Training
Education Level:Work Experience:
Some College Coursework Completed
Description:

Paraprofessionals provide assistance to teachers and other school personnel in the delivery of quality education and support services for students in an array of classroom settings. Examples of support services and educational settings include, but are not limited to: life skills, developmental classrooms, social, emotional, & behavioral support, visual or mobility orientation, language learning delays.



Job Responsibilities:   Perform all tasks necessary for the efficient functioning of the classroom and the school;  follow classroom routine and understand role within the classroom structure;  appropriately assist student in all areas as directed; demonstrate appropriate skills and judgment when assisting student;  demonstrate appropriate behavior management skills;  ability to maintain professional congenial attitude mandatory.

Requirements:

Requirements:    High School Diploma required;  Associate’s Degree Preferred; Must complete a CORI (criminal offender record information) and a SAFIS Fingerprint National Background Check prior to employment;  At least one year of successful experience working with children.  Experience working with exceptional children in an educational setting is preferred.