Long-Term Substitute PreK ISP STRIVE Program

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Instructional Support Personnel will work closely with the classroom teacher to support the instructional, developmental, behavioral, and personal care needs of students in a substantially separate preschool classroom. Responsibilities include assisting with classroom instruction and routines, supporting student learning and independence, providing personal care as needed, and fostering students’ communication, social-emotional, and developmental growth. The ideal candidate is collaborative, flexible, patient, and committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive learning environment where all students can thrive.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

November 9, 2026- February 12, 2027

SALARY RANGE: $29.31 per hour

REPORTS TO:
Erin Manzi, Principal, Doyle Early Childhood Center

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with students’ personal care needs, including diapering and toilet training.
• Experience working successfully with young children, preferably in a preschool or early childhood setting.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to support students with diverse developmental, behavioral, social-emotional, sensory, motor, and mobility needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Implement teacher-designed instructional activities under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Monitor and support students during classroom instruction, play, transitions, and inclusion activities.
• Provide individualized support to meet students’ educational, developmental, behavioral, and personal care needs.
• Assist in implementing students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), including providing accommodations and supports as directed by the supervising teacher.
• Assist students with personal care needs, including feeding, hygiene, diapering, and toilet training.
• Support students with social-emotional regulation, sensory needs, motor challenges, and mobility.
• Assist the teacher in observing students and collecting, charting, and recording data related to student progress and behavior.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student participation, independence, and development. Collaborate with teachers and other service providers to support students’ learning and participation throughout the school day.

CLOSING DATE:
Until filled

APPLICATIONS TO:
Erin Manzi

Principal

Doyle Early Childhood Center

11 Paul Ave

Wakefield, MA 01880

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