Acting Instructional Aide SCALE, (7.5 hours/11 months), Haggerty

Position: Acting Instructional Aide SCALE (7 hours/11 months)Available May 2026 through July 2026Haggerty School / Office of Student ServicesHaggerty School Community:Our school motto, "Everyone is Different, Everyone Belongs" is the foundation of our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We believe that all students can achieve at high levels and that, in order to do so, students and families from historically marginalized groups may need more. The Haggerty Staff is actively engaged in racial equity work, including conversations about the impact of racism, implicit bias, the dominant culture, and white privilege on our individual and collective work. We are a "work in progress" as we look to make change, and we are seeking candidates who will join us willingly in this crucial endeavor for the success of all students.At Haggerty, we believe that learning unfolds when we provide conditions in which children can explore, inquire, and shape their own understandings. The school values the culture and beliefs that each child brings to the classroom, and teachers believe that children must engage with their world in order to make sense of it and build their knowledge. Each student is expected to take responsibility for his/her own learning while collaborating, supporting, and respecting others. We are committed to relationships and rapport being foundational to the conditions needed for successful collegiality, caregiver participation, and student success.The Office of Student Services:The Office of Student Services (OSS) is responsible for providing a variety of support and services to students in Cambridge Public Schools (CPS). Our programs are dedicated to ensuring equitable access and success for students with disabilities and students who have advanced learning needs.SCALE Program:SCALE stands for Social, Communication, Academic, and Life Skills Education. It is an eleven-month substantially separate program for scholars who require intensive, specially designed instruction in any or all of these areas in a specialized classroom setting. A majority of our scholars are on the Autism Spectrum; however, we provide services to students with a range of disabilities. We serve students throughout elementary, middle, and high school and also have a Post Graduate Program for young adults aged 18-22 who continue to qualify for special education services.The Opportunity:The instructional aide paraprofessional reports to and is supervised by the special educator. They are primarily responsible for assisting in the implementation of each student's Individualized Educational Plan (IEP).Key responsibilities include:Assist with instruction for students with disabilitiesSupervise students with disabilities during non-instructional activitiesSupervise students during transitionsCollaborate with general education, special education, and related services staffAccommodate and modify for student learning and support the general education teacher with the implementation of appropriate accommodations in the general education settingPerform related duties as may be designated by the special educator or supervisorToileting of students is a duty that an individual may be expected and required to perform as a paraprofessional employed by the Cambridge Public SchoolsYour Skill Set:Above average skills in collaborationExcellent skills in oral communicationDemonstrated ability to problem solveExperience working with students in urban environmentsMust be energetic, enthusiastic, patient, and flexibleAssist in addressing the physical, educational, and social-emotional needs of the studentsWillingness to be trained in de-escalation and safe physical restraint techniquesMust have the physical ability to work on the floor and move around the room to supportstudents and teachers in curriculum implementation, use of manipulatives, and other instructional methods and materialsMinimum Requirements:Associates degree or 48 college credits from an accredited college or university preferred. Previous Montessori training or experience preferredHow to Join Our Team:Apply online at www.cpsd.us. Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.