25-26 Kindergarten Paraprofessional (2025-2026 school year)

This is a temporary position through 6/18/26

Position Summary:

Paraprofessionals in the Somerville Public Schools assist teachers in all aspects of the functioning of the classroom including instruction and maintaining a safe classroom environment. Paraprofessionals contribute to a positive classroom and school environment and collaborate with colleagues to support students in a variety of ways. Paraprofessionals are part of a community of educators who are continuous learners and who have a shared responsibility for student success.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

The essential functions or responsibilities listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Assist with instruction as directed by the teacher
• Develop an understanding of the curriculum
• Support the overall management of the classroom and student behavior
• Provide small group and/or individual instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher
• Provide assistance and supervision of students during cafeteria time recess and if needed toileting
• Assist the classroom teacher with the development of curriculum materials
• Help to create and maintain a safe learning environment
• Support students emotional regulation
• Collect academic and/or behavioral data as directed
• Develop and maintain positive respectful and appropriate relationships with students
• Engage positively respectfully and professionally with colleagues
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning and success
• Positively contribute to a classroom and school community that affirms the identities of all students and staff
• Use practices and approaches that value student diversity
• Protect student confidentiality
• Engage in meaningful professional development opportunities and apply the learning from those experiences
• Understand and utilize appropriate technology
• Complete required paperwork and duties as assigned
• Additional duties as assigned by the Principal/Supervisor and in accordance with the SEU Collective Bargaining Agreement

Qualifications Knowledge Abilities & Skills

• Appropriate Department of Elementary and Secondary Educators license in thefield or subject for this position
• DESE SEI endorsement Required
• Bilingual Educator Preferred

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployeeto successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the positions essential functions.

• Standingand walking for prolonged periods; frequent bending kneeling stooping reaching which may include sitting on the floor to effectively engage with students;
• The use of hands and fingers to operate computers instructional technology and classroom materials.
• Sufficient visual auditory and verbal ability to supervise students deliver instruction and evaluate student performance.
• Ability to lift carry and move instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 15 pounds. The position further requires the ability to respond appropriately and promptly to emergency situations to ensure the health and safety of students.

Reporting Relationships

• School Building Principal

Terms of Employment

Position Type:
Employment Status:Full Time

• Schedule: 183 days - Scheduled School Year
• FLSA Classification:Non Exempt
• Salary shall be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with the Somerville Educators Unioncollective bargaining agreement.

Pre-Employment Requirements

MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance

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The Somerville Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race color age religion disability pregnancy home status marital/civil union status sex/gender gender identity sexual orientation citizenship status place of birth national origin ancestry cultural identity genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority