Paraprofessional/Teachers Aide

REPORTS TO

Program Director

WORK YEAR

Full-time183 Days

THE ROLE

The Education Cooperative seeks a Teachers Aide/Paraprofessional for the TEC Academy Phoenix (TAP) at its 111 Robbins Road campus in Walpole currently serving students in grades

K-2 & 6-12.OUR ORGANIZATION

The Education Cooperative (TEC) is an educational collaborative and 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in E. Walpole, MA that develops and coordinates educational and organizational programs to meet the needs of our 19 member communities and their students in a way that complements and strengthens their school programs and expands opportunities for their students, educators and communities in the most cost effective manner. TEC Academy Phoenix is a DESE approved public day school that is designed for students in Grades K-2 and 6-12 with academic, emotional and/or behavioral challenges that necessitate a small, structured educational setting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interact and work with students, grades K-2 & 6-12, both individually and in small groups under the direction of the supervising teacher
• Work in classroom setting, including but not limited to: reviewing and reinforcing previously introduced lessons and implementing and reinforcing students individualized programs (IEP)
• Understand basic instructional needs and techniques of students with disabilities and assist the supervising teacher in helping to modify instruction
• Support students through behavior management (non-violent crisis intervention strategies after completing proper training, i.e. Safety Care)
• Assist the supervising teacher in the administration of tests and the evaluation of student progress
• Assist supervising teacher in addressing students needs:
• Carry out teacher-planned learning exercises including instruction of core curriculum, and academic support
• Fulfill students transition and job coaching needs where applicable
• Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and utmost confidentiality regarding information pertaining to students as is expected of fully certified teachers
• Participate successfully in staff development curriculum assigned or offered by TEC, including but not limited to restraint training, collaborative and proactive solutions, and additional in-service programs
• Establish an effective work relationship with classroom teachers, specialists, and administration
• Exhibit promptness and dependability in completing all assigned duties in accordance with TEC Personnel Policies
• Maintains consistent attendance form the start of the day to the end of the day
• Travel between program classrooms when necessary
• Drive a van with the necessary TEC Van Endorsement requirements including having a valid driver's license, a successful CORI from the DCJIS as well as a background check.

Perform other such duties as assigned by the Program Director and/or supervising teacher;

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, & SKILLS

• Expertise and commitment to creating an environment that is welcoming, safe, supportive, and appropriately challenging for all students
• Strong communication skills-Excellent judgment and decision-making skills-Ability to think proactively and respond flexibly-Able to exhibit a calm, supportive demeanor in the face of unexpected situations or behavior-Adept at building strong relationships with students, their families and other community members
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a professional team
• Technological proficiency
• having the necessary skills to produce and maintain reports and communicate electronically
• Ability to work under time restraints and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.