What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educational Support Professional (ESP) position at Hatfield Public Schools?
Overview and Job Description
A Paraprofessional, ESP, or Teaching Assistant is responsible for providing hands on support to a Teacher when implementing lessons or supporting instruction based on IEP needs of students in a classroom setting. This includes working with small groups of students with and without disabilities, and at times, offering individual assistance to students in the school. ESPs may assist in helping with behavior management during lessons, tracking a student’s behavior, and setting up classroom materials before and during class.
Skills and Qualifications:
Good written and verbal communication
Assist teachers in classroom management and instruction.
Ability to work individually and in small groups with children
Knowledge of classroom subjects.
Ability to read and understand instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to operate computers and tablets. Keyboarding skills and using educational software.
Working with children on academics, behaviors, and self-care needs.
Job Requirements
- Enforcing classroom safety and proper behavior
- Supporting accommodations that the student needs in the classroom
- Reinforce content accommodations within assignments.
- Assisting with attendanceEncouraging learning by engaging with students
- Setting up tools and materials before lessons or class
- Cutting out decor or craft supplies for an activity
- Supervising students during recess and class field tripsReinforcing concepts and lessons with students who need extra help
- Aids in escorting students throughout the school
- Trains in specialized programs as required
- Following the chain of command
- Other duties as assigned
- At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
- High School/Trade School degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Maintain confidentiality.
- PositionType: Full-time
Contact Information:
Melissa Pitrat, Principal
33 Main Street
Hatfield, Massachusetts 01038
- Phone: 413-247-5010
- Fax: 413-247-0482
- Email: mpitrat@hatfieldps.net
Pay: $18.49 - $21.31 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21