Instructional Aide (7 hours/10 months), G&P/OSS

Position: Instructional Aide (7 hours/10 months) Graham & Parks School/OSS Graham And Parks School Community Graham & Parks School is a vibrant, multicultural, multilingual learning community located in Cambridge, MA. At Graham & Parks, we take pride in the richness of our school’s diversity and foster equity, antiracism, and inclusion. Our students come from all over the world and speak over 30 languages. We are committed to a child-centered, interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning where all children feel safe and a sense of belonging. We work hard to strike the right balance of support and challenge for each child. The work that students, faculty, and staff engage in can be characterized by collaboration, perseverance, and risk-taking. Our goal is to ensure each child thrives. The Office Of Student Services The Office of Student Services (OSS) is responsible for providing a variety of supports and services to students in Cambridge Public Schools (CPS). Our programs are dedicated to ensuring equitable access and success for students with disabilities and students who have advanced learning needs. Duties The instructional aide paraprofessional reports to and is supervised by the special educator. They are primarily responsible for assisting in the implementation of each student’s Individualized Educational Plan (IEP). Key responsibilities include: Provide assistance with instruction for students with disabilitiesSupervise students with disabilities during non-instructional activitiesSupervise students during transitionsCollaborate with general education, special education, and related services staffAccommodate and modify for student learning and support the general education teacher with the implementation of appropriate accommodations in the general education settingPerform related duties as may be designated by the special educator or supervisorToileting of students is a duty that an individual may be expected and required to perform as a paraprofessional employed by the Cambridge Public Schools Your Skill Set Above average skills in collaborationExcellent skills in oral communicationDemonstrated ability to problem solveExperience working with students in urban environmentsMust be energetic, enthusiastic, patient, and flexibleAssist in addressing the physical, educational, and social-emotional needs of the studentsWillingness to be trained in de-escalation and safe physical restraint techniquesMust have the physical ability to work on the floor and move around the room to support students and teachers in curriculum implementation, use of manipulatives and other instructional methods and materialsAssociates degree, or 48 college credits from an accredited college or university How To Join Our Team Apply online at www.cpsd.us. Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity. At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.