SY 25-26 Technology Paraprofessional

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The vision of each of the Fitchburg Public Schools is to provide learning experiences that engage all students in achieving high academic standards while developing intellectual rigor, creative interest, and social characteristics that prepare them for the challenges of living successfully and productively as citizens of this new century.

Minimum Qualifications

• Meets or exceeds Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Title I Paraprofessionals Hiring Requirements;
• Have obtained an associate (or higher) degree, or;
• Have at least two years of post-secondary education that is equivalent to at least 48 credit hours from an accredited higher education institution, or;
• Have met a rigorous standard on one of the formal Massachusetts-endorsed Assessments : Parapro or WorkKeys;
• Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents, and advocate for children to effectively problem solve;
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders;
• Belief in the commitment to increasing personal growth, both academic and social-emotional, to obtain the highest level of achievement for every student;
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs / bend often, and walk;
• Knowledge of the education, development, and instructional support of children;
• Experience working with students with special needs is preferred.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Reports to : Technology Director

Evaluated by : Technology Director

Terms Of Employment / Salary / Work Year

185 days per year (includes 3 paid Professional Development days & 3 paid Holidays)

As negotiated by the Fitchburg School Committee and the Fitchburg Education Association (FEA).

Competitive and comprehensive health benefits are offered through the City of Fitchburg; www.fitchburgma.gov / benefits.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of NCBC (fingerprinting) and CORI prior to your start of employment.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

The School Committee's policy of nondiscrimination extends to students, employees, and the general public with whom it does business. Fitchburg Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or equal treatment in its programs and / or activities in compliance with state and federal law.

Questions related to this policy must be addressed to : The Office of Human Resources, 376 South Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420, HR@Fitchburg.k12.ma.us

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