Wellesley Public Schools
SY20-21

1.0FTE Preschool Paraprofessional positions. This is a This is a 1,134.60 hr./yr. position or 31 hr./wk. Rate of Pay: $26.73/hr. - $32.49/hr. depending on experience. Benefits available. Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis – collect, analyze, and apply data/student performance indicators to assist lead teachers in the writing of individual student program books, Positive Behavior Intervention Plans (PBIPs) and/or other behavioral plans based on the principals of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Must have at least one year of experience implementing ABA within the Wellesley Public Schools or alternative ABA experience deemed comparable by the Director of Student Services. These criteria for the SKILLS Program may also apply to paraprofessionals who work in specific preschool classrooms or with specific preschool students as determined by the Director of Student Services.
Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 2
Welcome to Preschool at Wellesley!
Program Mission The mission of P.A.W.S. is to provide a learning environment that is safe and healthy and supports every child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. The P.A.W.S. preschool classroom is an engaging environment where children learn primarily through developmentally appropriate play experiences. Teachers design a classroom environment that encourages children’s active participation in their own learning. Each classroom teaching team works together to foster a social/emotional environment that encourages a sense of community and values the contributions of each individual child within that community. The P.A.W.S curriculum and instruction is developmentally appropriate and designed to support what is considered best practice in early childhood education. The teacher bases the curriculum on observations of children's interests and their developmental progress. Learning activities are concrete, real, and relevant for the children. The environment is prepared so that children learn through active exploration and interaction. As children develop greater understanding, the teacher and other staff plan a variety of activities of increasing complexity and challenge. All activities are designed to teach the concepts that children will need to become complex thinkers, self-directed learners, skilled communicators, and community contributors. Children's observation skills are nurtured and their powers of curiosity and imagination are developed in order for them to construct their own meaning and to develop the language necessary to express their ideas. Teachers understand that it is through play and exploration and personal relationships that children will develop their understanding of the world around them. Children leaving their P.A.W.S. preschool experience are well prepared to make the transition to kindergarten.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Wellesley Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Wellesley Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, disability, or any other class as protected by law. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission Statement We believe it is our moral responsibility to welcome, celebrate and affirm the full spectrum and intersections of human differences in, and beyond our community. We commit to create a culture that embraces advocacy and pursues justice for all, especially those who have been historically marginalized. We will achieve our commitment by continuously challenging one another to examine systems of privilege and bias, confronting and interrupting inequity in all its forms, and routinely measuring the efficacy of our efforts.
Job Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred

Bachelor degree preferred

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Questions There are no application questions required for this job posting.
Contact Information Rebecca Zieminski, Director of Early Childhood
63 Hastings Street
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481
Phone: 781-446-6222
Fax: 781-283-5728
Email: zieminskir@wellesleyps.org