Paraprofessional [Sped Sub/Sep. Aide, SPED Inclusion Programs, Kindergarten 1 - Ext Day] [Kennedy JF Elementary](Temporary Vacancy) (SY26-27)

About the Role

This is a temporary vacancy covering for a paraprofessional on leave. The position is expected to end on 6/30/2027 when the current paraprofessional returns to work.

Responsibilities

• Supports direct instruction to children individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings
• Provides assistance with classroom activities
• Prepares instructional materials
• Assists in classroom set up and clean up
• Manages individual and classroom behavior, using prescribed approaches
• Supervises students on field trip activities
• Performs other related duties as requested by Head of School/Principal

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Forty-eight (48) Credit Hours of College Coursework or an Associate's Degree, or a passing score on one of the following Formalized Standardized Assessments:
  • ParaPro Assessment
  • WorkKeys Certificate of Proficiency for Teacher Assistants
• Minimum of two years experience working with young children
• Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree
• Certification as a teacher or license as a social worker
• Fluency in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali

BTU, Paraprofessional unit, Contractual hourly rate. For more information on salary and compensation, refer to the BPS website.