Education Support Professional - 1:1 role [SY25-26]

Malden Public Schools

The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located within the Greater Boston area and accessible by the MBTA orange line train. Malden’s student body comprises approximately 6,800 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. We have 1 early learning center, 5 K-8 schools, and 1 high school. We are committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy. MPS is a safe, welcoming, and collaborative district where we encourage and embrace a growth mindset. We believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community. Malden Public Schools employs more than 1,000 employees and we are actively seeking employees who are passionate about students. 

Role Description: 

Under the supervision of the teacher, One-to-One Education Support Professional will provide direct service to individual students and participate in the daily instruction and activities of the school, program, and class to which the student is assigned. Beyond the normal classroom activities, the duties of a One-to-One ESP correspond directly to the needs of the student.

This is a one to one position and 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 program.

Students who require a 1:1 ESP may have disabilities/diagnoses that include developmental disorders, autism, physical handicaps, multiple handicaps, Students who require a 1:1 ESP may also speak a language other than English.

Qualifications - Required

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Forty-eight (48) Credit Hours of College Coursework or an Associate's Degree, or a passing score on one of the two following Formalized Standardized Assessments: ParaPro Assessment (http://www.ets.org/parapro/ ) or WorkKeys Certificate of Proficiency for Teacher Assistants (http://www.act.org/workkeys/profcert/index.html 
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment

Qualifications - Preferred

• Experience working with a student who is diagnosed with one or more of the mild to moderate disabilities listed above.
• Demonstrated experience and ability working with parents/guardians, administrators, teachers, and students.
• Demonstrated experience and ability in assisting with team instruction.
• Able to be flexible to accommodate the needs of the student and or parent/guardians.

Reports to: Building Principal; Program Manager 

Salary: Commensurate with Malden Public Schools’ Unit C salary schedule HERE

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

Salary : $30 - $34