Preschool ABA Paraprofessional - CHIPS

Preschool ABA Paraprofessional - CHIPS Chelmsford Public Schools Chelmsford Integrated Preschool - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Special Education Department - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Job DetailsJob ID: 4668618 If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jul 11, 2024 Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.Position: Preschool ABA ParaprofessionalLocation: Chelmsford Integrated Preschool (CHIPS)Description: Work with Preschool children to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and/or physically. Additional duties as required by the special education department or Preschool Coordinator. Provides intensive individualized therapy services directed toward the development and/or enhancement of skills necessary for emotional, cognitive, behavioral, language, and interpersonal growth of the student.Uses appropriate applied behavior teaching, communication and reinforcement techniques consistently.Accurately completes all required documentation and data collection daily.Works with an individual student to reinforce learning of material or skills as described in the IEP/treatment plan.Assists in all classroom routines, including snack, lunch, and bathroom.Participates in in-service training programs as assigned. Willing to accept direction/feedback regarding performance and training.QUALIFICATIONS:Previous experience working with preschool aged children preferred but not required.Familiarity with principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) strongly preferred.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.Position Type: Full-time Positions Available: 3 Job Categories:Special Education > AutismSpecial Education > Mild/Moderate DisabilitiesInstructional Support > Paraprofessional / IAWelcome to Chelmsford Integrated Preschool, Special Education DepartmentChelmsford Integrated Preschool (CHIPS) provides meaningful education to developing young children. Our program addresses the whole child recognizing the importance of facilitating communication, the delight of imaginative play, the development of fine and gross motor skills, the acquisition of self-help skills, and the all-important foundations of literacy. Using the Massachusetts Preschool Curriculum Guidelines, children with and without special needs are exposed to a rich preschool environment.Job RequirementsCitizenship, residency or work visa requiredApplication QuestionsThe employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page. 1. Have you previously been employed by Chelmsford Public Schools? If yes, please list previous position(s). Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces) 2. How did you hear about this open position? Brief Response (Answer limited to 200 characters, including spaces) Contact InformationMegan McGuirk, Preschool Coordinator170 Dalton RoadChelmsford, Massachusetts 01824Phone: 978-251-5188Email: #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-10-23