Education Support Professional [SY26-27]

The Linden S.T.E.A.M Community:

The Linden S.T.E.A.M Academy is a K-8 School within the Malden Public School District that creates a personalized learning experience using small group differentiated instruction and project-based learning (PBL) to inspire all students towards becoming college and career ready. Our students experience STEM classes in our new Makerspace and Robotics lab.

We believe all children can meet challenging expectations through a partnership among home school and community to become collaborators critical thinkers communicators creators and global citizens. All of our students participate in a yearly Exhibition Night where their work is on display for the Malden and Linden communities as students conduct Presentations of Learning to demonstrate their understanding and growth. Our school uses the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) model to support the students social and emotional growth throughout our school community. We focus on being safe respectful and responsible across the school community and environment.

We strive to be a school where we all promote and value creative thinking risk taking curiosity and perseverance. A place where students academic physical civic and social-emotional growth is fostered through the use of technology inquiry and 21st century skills.

Role Description:

Under the supervision of a teacher Education Support Professional (ESP) provide direct services and support to students and participate in the daily instruction and activities of the school program and class to which the students are assigned. Beyond the normal classroom activities the duties of an ESP correspond directly to the needs of students.

This position may involve special needs duties such as lifting toileting and transportation assistance. This position works closely with students on a regular basis in an effort to provide them with the support needed to gain full benefits from their education may have disabilities/diagnoses that include learning disabilities developmental disorders autism physical handicaps multiple handicaps. Students may also speak a language other than English.

Reports to: Building Principal; Program Manager

Salary:Commensurate with Malden Public Schools Unit C salary schedule

To Apply:Submit letter of interest highlighting qualifications for the position viaSchool Spring

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority