Kindergarten ESP Bradford Elementary School

Kindergarten ESP – Bradford Elementary School Haverhill, Massachusetts. Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026 Work Year: Ten (10) Months – 182 Days – 6, 6.5 or 7 hours per day; Twelve (12) Months – 227 Days – 6, 6.5 or 7 hours per day. Effective Date of Employment: 2026‑2027 School Year Salary: Step 1 – $27,343.68 (Associate Degree or equivalent); Step 2 – $30,892.68 (Bachelor’s Degree). Job ID: 5797594 Position Type: Full‑time Statement of Duties Under supervision of a certified teacher, and in accordance with the student’s IEP, prepare for classroom instructional events and other educational or non‑educational activities. Assist the teacher in implementing special strategies and interventions developed to reinforce material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities. Provide positive and appropriate role models for students at all times and treat students with the respect due to them as individual members of the community. Assist in the teaching process and work directly with children to provide class support in the areas of academics, social skills, self‑care (ADL’s), and vocational tasks. Assist and reinforce generalization in skill development and community integration. Assist with addressing student behavior and encouraging effort in the classroom. Use online platforms through Google Meets and Google Classroom, in person and virtually. Complete the onboarding process, including familiarization with and responsibility for implementation of students’ IEP, district policies, and procedures. Serve as a resource person about the student(s) in communicating with teachers regarding specific instruction and goal attainment. Assist in behavioral interventions; able to achieve Safety Care certification (full restraint training provided). Assist in implementing treatment plans, safety plans, and behavior plans to create a successful learning experience. Collect data as instructed. Work as a member of a team with other staff members (BCBA, RBT, etc.). Apply ABA strategies (training provided). Execute discrete trials, de‑escalation techniques, and positive behavioral interventions (training provided). Assist in toileting certain students with disabilities (if required). Lift and carry certain students with disabilities per IEP (if required). Work with Individuals and Small Groups of Students Reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher. Assist with self‑help and independence skills. Implement remedial and review exercises, practice, and drill work as outlined by the teacher. Aid independent study, enrichment, or remedial work as provided by the teacher. Help students master instructional tasks assigned by teachers. Assist in test taking, use of instructional technology, and reading to students. Observe and make notes of the observation on performance and behaviors. Implement curriculum modifications or accommodations designed by professional staff. Assist Teachers with Non‑Instructional Duties Escort and supervise movement of students throughout the school. Proctor testing and provide make‑up work assistance. Assist with toileting, including diaper changing. Assist in Administrative Duties During Normal School Hours Supervise/monitor students during breaks, lunches, community trips, and other times as assigned or necessary, including covering for absent teaching staff. Supervise students passing in corridors and during fire drills and assemblies. Assist students in situations other than their regular assignments as requested by the teacher. Temporary assignment by the principal to additional administrative duties (lunchroom, recess, and playground duties will be assigned). Set up and operate instructional and/or assistive technology equipment under the direction of the teacher. Participate in available professional development activities appropriate to district expectations and the ESP job requirements. Qualifications Passing score on the Para Pro Test or other state‑approved assessment program or 48 college credits; Associate Degree. Willingness to accept direction and cooperate with all staff. Prefer prior experience working with children in a school or similar setting. Physical requirements: ability to move in and out of offices, classrooms, buildings, and up and down stairs; lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds; lift and/or carry materials/items/persons weighing up to 75 pounds with assistance; climb stairs, kneel, and move easily on and off floor mats. Use good judgment and exercise tact and diplomacy; respect confidential matters; sensitivity to and respect of the problems of children; traits of resourcefulness, thoroughness, initiative, patience, courtesy, dependability, and enthusiasm. Computer literate; ability to learn and use Assistive Technology. Use online platforms through Google Meets and Google Classroom, in person and virtually. Bilingual – preferred. Other qualifications as determined appropriate by the Superintendent of Schools. Equal‑Opportunity Employer The Haverhill Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is in compliance with federal regulations prohibiting discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education