Lawrence Family Development Charter School

Lawrence Family Development

Lawrence, Massachusetts

Job Details

Job ID: 4246202
Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
Posted : May 4, 2023
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Special Education Paraprofessional, under supervision of a certified special education teacher, is responsible for supporting the instructional program in an inclusion setting for students with identified learning disabilities and an approved IEP/Individual Education Program. The Special Education Assistant works with an assigned number of students in the least restrictive setting at either the Early Learning Academy (Pre-K–2), Lower School (3–4) or the Upper School (5–8).

Responsibilities:

Assist in providing support for the daily instructional program of each Special Education student according to the goals of his/her IEP
Assist in providing accommodations for district-wide testing according to the goals of his/her IEP
Collaborate with the special education teacher, grade-level and specialist teachers to assist in the implementation of an inclusion model that delivers the approved curriculum, meeting the objectives of the IEP
Assist with all required documents in a timely manner to ensure compliance with Special Education regulations and to effectively support student progress
Assist in the Team process for each assigned student, gather all forms, information, and staff perspective to develop the IEP
Provide input in creating appropriate instructional goals in identified area of need
Provide input in developing appropriate accommodations to ensure access to the curriculum
Attend IEP meetings, special education meetings and special education department training
Handle all confidential material appropriately
Perform other tasks as directed by Head of School, Principal or Special Education Director
Accompany students to and from buildings, as necessary

Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 4

• Job Categories : Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood
  Classroom Teacher > Elementary
  Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades
  Instructional Support > Speech/Language Assistant
  Instructional Support > Substitute: Paraprofessional
  Special Education > Autism
  Special Education > General Special Education
  Special Education > Learning Disabled
  Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities
  Special Education > Multiple Disabilities
  Special Education > Speech/Language Assistant
  Student Services > Speech/Language Assistant
  Instructional Support > Individual Aide
  Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
  Special Education > Special Education Assistant
  

Employer Description

The Lawrence Family Development Charter School was founded in 1995 with 178 students enrolled in Kindergarten through third grade. It has grown since then to a Kindergarten-1 through eighth grade institution with an enrollment of 860 students. Admission to the school is based on a yearly lottery to fill 100 K-1 seats that are available every August/September. Vacancies that exist in K-2 to grade 4 when school opens in August/September are also filled through the lottery system. Over 250 children are currently on the waiting list for admission to LFDCS. Our educational program features small class size to enhance learning potential. Kindergarten through eighth grade classrooms have a maximum of 20 students. LFDCS is committed to providing equitable access to programs that are of high quality and developmentally appropriate, while ensuring that a focus on student learning is maintained through frequent and appropriate assessments of the educational program and students. Our curriculum is standards based and reflects complete alignment with the Massachusetts State Frameworks. For more information, please go to our website at www.lfdcs.org. Learn more about us...

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lawrence Family Development is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Associates Degree or passing score on ParaPro exam
  Commitment to the mission and goals of LFDCS for an inclusive education
  Ability to work as a positive team player
  Bilingual communication skills in English/Spanish preferred
  Assist in providing accommodations for district-wide testing according to the goals of his/her IEP
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred
• Associate degree preferred
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Catherine Marsolais , Human Resources Manager
355 Haverhill Street
Lawrence, Massachusetts 01840

Phone: 978 224-8808
Email:

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