Collaborative for Educational Services 97 Hawley Street NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060 Company Description: We are a non-profit educational service agency, committed to reaching and educating learners of all ages, and experienced in working with educators to help students learn and succeed. Founded in 1974, we are governed by representatives from our 37 member school districts in Hampshire and Franklin Counties. We work with children, youth and adult learners; families; schools, districts, and educators; and community members in the Pioneer Valley and across Massachusetts to create and improve educational opportunities both in and out of the classroom and ensure that every child has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. Students are at the heart of our work. We are a community of innovative and effective professionals dedicated to improving education. We know that everyone is a learner from the day they are born, and we know how to create classrooms and other environments in which every learner can flourish. We know how to reach, inspire, support and educate children, youth and adults, and we help others to do the same. CES directs major initiatives in Early Childhood, Special Education, After School Programs, Professional Development, Educator Licensure, Technology in Education, Social Justice in Education, English Learner Education, and the education of vulnerable youth. Salary Range: Location: Per Year MA Job Type: Category: Full Time Education/Training Education Level: Work Experience: Associate Degree Preference: Required Preference: Nice to have Skills/Certifications/Licences: Description: The Collaborative for Educational Services (CES) is looking for a Paraprofessional, who has experience working with students with disabilities to join our North Berkshire Academy (NBA) for the 2018-2019 academic year. The Paraprofessional will provide assistance to teacher(s) in the alternative learning programs. We empower our educators, and we invest in training to help them grow as professionals. Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Department: North Berkshire Academy Position: Paraprofessional FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Classroom Teacher Salary: Scale Purpose: As a member of the North Berkshire Academy team, the Paraprofessional ?will provide assistance to teacher(s) in the alternative learning programs. Essential Functions: - Under the supervision of the classroom teacher, instruct students in academic - Under the supervision of the classroom teacher, instruct students in recreational activities - Under the supervision of the classroom teacher, instruct students in prevocational and life-skills tasks - Follow daily schedules and lesson plans prepared by teacher(s) - Prepare, organize and maintain classroom materials - Be aware of current IEP objectives and accommodations for each student - Work in conjunction with specialists in carrying out suggested programs Additional Responsibilities: - Meet daily with supervising staff to review events of the day and plan for following day - Observe, record and chart student behaviors, and implement behavior management programs as directed by administrators and/or teachers - Assist in the cleaning and maintenance of all program areas - As needed, and under the guidance of the school nurse, monitor and/or follow specific protocols for students with certain health care needs - Assume additional responsibilities as directed by Program Director or designee Minimum Qualifications: - An Associate's degree or completion of 48 credit hours at an accredited college or university - Education or experience working with students with emotional and behavioral challenges - Current First Aid and CPR Certification - Training in nonviolent intervention techniques Preferred Qualifications: - 7D License to transport students Physical Demands: - Requires physical conditioning sufficient for frequent standing/walking and/or sitting, and participation in physical education - Requires mental stamina to endure daily job stress in an environment that at times is verbally and/or physically threatening Working Conditions: - Student behavior may be threatening; staff will be trained in non-violent intervention techniques - Students with health care needs may need constant monitoring and specific protocols; staff will be trained in areas as needed by the program nurse Terms of Employment: - 185 days; School Calendar: September - June - 35 hours/week, Monday – Friday - Benefits: full benefits as outlined in the Personnel Policies CES is an equal opportunity employer and is particularly interested in candidates from a diverse range of cultural, ethnic, and racial backgrounds. As an agency that is serving the needs of a diverse population of students, CES is committed to recruiting and retaining a workforce that is well-suited to addressing the needs of this population. Requirements: