What are the responsibilities and job description for the ELC Coordinator - Preschool position at Parker Road Preschool?
Shrewsbury Public Schools
Posted: May 21, 2026 Closed: June 1, 2026
Employment Opportunity: Parker Road Preschool
POSITION: Educational Learning Center (ELC) Coordinator
2026-2027 School Year
The Shrewsbury Public Schools is seeking a ELC Coordinator for Parker Road Preschool for the 2026-2027 school year.
We are searching for educators invested in the achievement, equity, and access of all learners in and beyond the classroom. The ELC Coordinator will support students with intensive special needs, including students with autism spectrum disorders and global developmental delays. The ELC Coordinator will be responsible for implementing programming for students in a substantially separate setting to acquire skills through direct instruction and support students in the inclusion setting to access the curriculum and generalize skills. The ELC Coordinator works collaboratively with other team members to coordinate all services for students in the program. The ELC Coordinator trains and oversees paraprofessionals who provide adult support to students across the school day.
Candidates with diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, religious, class, and/or gender backgrounds and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Implement specialized instruction in areas of academic skills, social skills, and behavior management in small-group and classroom settings
Create and implement behavior plans guided by the principles of applied behavior analysis
Consult with and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (i.e., classroom teachers, SPL, OT, home service providers) regarding progress, goals, instruction, and behavior plans. Inclusion supports ensuring the carryover and generalization of skills.
Develop and support inclusion opportunities along with regular education teachers.
Supervise paraprofessionals by providing direction, training for behavior intervention plans and teaching strategies (i.e., DTT, TA, picture activity schedule), and data collection
Create classroom schedules for staff and students.
Manage daily schedule for paraprofessionals, including the coverage and delegation of duties.
Act as a direct liaison to parents (support, education, updates)
Develop and implement IEPs for students
Collect and analyze data related to both academic and behavioral performance.
Administer, write, and interpret student evaluations
Demonstrate the ability to impact and document student academic progress positively
Demonstrate excellent communication skills with parents/caretakers and colleagues
Demonstrate a solid understanding of the principles of applied behavior analysis and ways to support student growth within each competency
Qualifications include:
Provisional, Initial or Professional Licensure in Severe Special Education, PreK-12 from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. BCBA track or licensure preferred.
Previous experience working with students with intensive special needs, including students with low-incidence disabilities, global developmental delay, and autism spectrum disorders
Experience supervising, training, and providing ongoing feedback to a group of 10 paraprofessional support staff
Demonstrates a growth mindset dedicated to inclusive practices for students with high-need
Ability to positively impact and document student academic progress at varying access and entry points
Excellent communication skills with parents/caretakers and colleagues
Experience developing and implementing function-based interventions
Demonstrates the values of Shrewsbury Public Schools
Demonstrates strong communication and collaboration skills
Strong knowledge of elementary school student needs and programming
Works flexibly in a changing environment
Find more information about Shrewsbury Public Schools at
https://schools.shrewsburyma.gov
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, official or unofficial copies of undergraduate/graduate transcripts, license # or unofficial copy of license if applicable, and three current professional letters of reference, including one from a direct supervisor, professor, or evaluator.
Salary for this position will be based on the SEA contract. Steps and lanes for 2026-2027 can be found here.
Individual placement is contingent upon review and approval of education and experience.
Please apply via www.schoolspring.com
The Shrewsbury Public Schools is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.