Teacher's Assistant Paraprofessional (Temp. or Perm.)
Springfield, MA 
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Position: Teacher's Assistant Paraprofessional (Temp. or Perm.)
Location: Springfield, MA
Job Id: 507
# of Openings: 1
Teacher's Assistant Paraprofessional (Temp/ Perm.)
Springfield, MA
RFK Community Alliance has an exciting opportunity for a Temp/ Perm. Teacher Aide to join our team. A $2500 sign-on bonus is available!
Who We Seek
We seek a dynamic individual to be part of our team at our school in Springfield, MA. The Robert F. Kennedy Academy is a therapeutic day school that provides educational and clinical services to students with diverse abilities and disabilities, including those in the emotional, psychiatric, and learning realms. The school's curriculum and support services assist students in reaching milestones such as graduation, the transition to post-secondary educational and vocational opportunities, or the return to public school. A small school by design, RFK Academy creates individualized learning opportunities and accommodation while establishing a community of learners among students for whom connections to school have often been challenging.
Responsibilities:
  • Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the supervision of the supervising teacher to support and reinforce classroom objectives and meet IEP goals.
  • Communicate with supervising instructional staff, various health care professionals and professional support personnel to communicate progress or implement IEP objectives.
  • Supervises students on off-campus trips for internships, volunteer opportunities, and field trips.
  • Supports students in following the daily schedules and provides guidance for that student for the entire school day.
Specific qualifications:
  • High School Diploma is required. B.A. preferred.
  • Must be 21 years of age.
Shift
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4 pm
Why You'll Love Us
In addition to being a part of a caring supportive team, we offer amazing employee benefits, including:
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • Holiday Pay
  • Educational Assistance
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Employer paid Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • Retirement Plan with generous employer match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
How We Promote Equity, Cultivate Leaders, and Grow Together
At RFK Community Alliance, we're dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesn't happen by accident, it's by design. Together we're the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences throughout every level. This is why we're committed to honoring, celebrating, and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team, clientele, and community. Our team must reflect our community and vice versa. We value, respect, and support all types of diversity across all identities, including ethnicity, race, gender, LGBTQIA, age, religion, and abilities. We take responsibility for the community we're creating here at RFK Community Alliance, and we're here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one.
$2,500 Sign-On Incentive
This position is eligible for the RFK Community Alliance Sign-On Incentive in the amount of $2,500 in your first year of employment. You will receive $500 after 3 months; $500 after 6 months; $1,500 after 12 months.

Pay Range: $20.50 - $21.75 per hour
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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
Open
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