12 jobs found in Wakefield

Job Description Qualifications: Master's Degree in Social Work, Educational Counseling, Psychology or related field from an accredited college or university. Previous counseling experience, preferably with adolescents. Skills necessary to provide individual/group counseling including: focus on significant teen social issues, ability to conduct individual/group assessment, knowledge required to provide information/resources to assist students in career planning, ability to consult with staff and outside professionals in educational, psychiatric, counseling, court, and other settings, ability to work with diverse populations, supervision skills, adherence to ethical/legal issues in counseling, ability to conduct research/evaluation, and knowledge of technology to assist individuals with scheduling and career planning. Certified by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a School Adjustment Counselor. Certified or Certifiable by the DESE as Guidance Counselor....

Job Description Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Library and Information Science, or a related field. Current Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education certification as Library Media Specialist, All Levels. SEI Endorsement. Vocational teaching experience a plus. Reports to: Principal Summary of Job Description: The Library Media Specialist should have a degree from a program that combines academic and professional preparation in education, management, media, communications theory, technology, and library and information science. The Library Media Specialist should be able demonstrate knowledge of the MA Curriculum Frameworks, MA Library Media Program Standards for 21st Century, young adult literature, print and non-print media, information technologies, library media program management and experience in the use of technology as an instructional tool. The Library Media...

Job Description Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Library and Information Science, or a related field.Current Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education certification as Library Media Specialist, All Levels.SEI Endorsement.Vocational teaching experience a plus. Reports to: Principal Summary of Job Description: The Library Media Specialist should have a degree from a program that combines academic and professional preparation in education, management, media, communications theory, technology, and library and information science. The Library Media Specialist should be able demonstrate knowledge of the MA Curriculum Frameworks, MA Library Media Program Standards for 21st Century, young adult literature, print and non-print media, information technologies, library media program management and experience in the use of technology as an instructional tool. The Library Media Specialist should...

Job Description Requirements: Sufficient work experience and education in the Special Education field. Experience in academic support preferred Associates Degree or comparable Compensation: Salary, benefits, and length of the work year and school day are outlined in the District Committee's policy on Evaluation of Paraprofessional Personnel. Salary Range: $32,194.80 - $$39,714.87 Apply Now

Job Description Your primary responsibility will be to provide health services to students when they are at school. Also help with preventive care by educating students on how to avoid communicable diseases and having proper hygiene. To succeed in this role, you must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate with children, their parents or guardians, and teachers. If you meet these requirements, and you also have a genuine interest in improving children's lives, we'd like to hear from you. Responsibilities Ensure compliance with national and local health laws related to COVID-19 guidelines Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute illness Develop health plans for students with chronic illnesses and disabilities Educate students and staff on healthy habits, such as proper nutrition and hygiene Detect health problems in early stages through regular screenings Keep track of students' vaccination records Update...

Job Description Qualifications: Master's Degree with concentration in reading education preferred. Current Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education certification as a Reading Specialist, all levels. SEI Endorsement. Vocational teaching experience a plus. Reports to: Principal and Administrator for Special Education Summary of Job Description: The successful candidate will provide direct service to students who demonstrate the need for additional reading instruction and support. The Reading Specialist will administer diagnostic assessments, select interventions, deliver instruction and monitor student progress. Plan instruction and assessment aligned with the District curriculum and State standards. Supervise assigned students and maintain a positive learning environment. Adapt instruction to meet the individual learning needs of all students resulting in an increased probability of advancing their achievement. Maintain positive...

Job Description Your primary responsibility will be to provide health services to students when they are at school. Also help with preventive care by educating students on how to avoid communicable diseases and having proper hygiene. To succeed in this role, you must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate with children, their parents or guardians, and teachers. If you meet these requirements, and you also have a genuine interest in improving children's lives, we'd like to hear from you. Responsibilities Ensure compliance with national and local health laws related to COVID-19 guidelines Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute illness Develop health plans for students with chronic illnesses and disabilities Educate students and staff on healthy habits, such as proper nutrition and hygiene Detect health problems in early stages through regular screenings Keep track of students' vaccination records Update students' medical...

Job Description Overview: Wakefield Public Schools is seeking a talented BCBA to join our team. This position is a full time position. Since this position may be across multiple locations within the district, the ability to transport yourself between schools within the day is important. Qualification: Hold a valid certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) Experience supporting children with social-emotional and/or behavior challenges Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders Responsibilities: Work collaboratively with school staff and IEP teams to provide support and coaching Consult with parents as needed for behavioral issues across home and/or school settings Provide training of paraprofessionals and faculty on behavior plans/ recommendations, de-escalation skills, and understanding behaviors. Training may also...

Job Description SUMMARY: Wakefield Public Schools is seeking a passionate and dedicated School Nurse to cover the needs of all the schools across the district with a primary location at the Woodville Elementary. This position is for 5 full days per week position QUALIFICATIONS: Registered Nurse (RN) license in MA DESE license as a School Nurse highly preferred CPR and First Aid certification. Experience in pediatric or school nursing is highly desirable. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide comprehensive health care to students, including first aid and emergency care. Administer prescribed medications and maintain accurate records. Conduct health screenings and assessments for vision, hearing, and developmental issues. Develop and implement individual health care plans for students with special medical needs. Monitor and manage communicable diseases, following public health guidelines. Maintain student health records in compliance with...

Job Description Role: High School Kitchen Manager (Food Services) Job Description: As the Kitchen Manager, you will oversee all aspects of our high school's kitchen operations, ensuring efficient and high-quality breakfast and lunch service for approximately ~900 students. You will lead a team (including an Assistant Kitchen Manager) and ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations. Reporting to the Food Services Director and Food Services Coordinator, your goal is to deliver nutritious meals while maintaining fiscal responsibility and high standards of student satisfaction. Responsibilities: Meal Planning & Compliance: Plan and execute nutritious, appealing meals that align with USDA guidelines and student preferences. Team Leadership: Supervise kitchen staff, including the Assistant Kitchen Manager; provide consistent training and professional development. Operational Coordination: Oversee food preparation and cooking schedules to...

Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: Wakefield Public Schools is seeking a qualified and collaborative Special Education Teacher to join the integrated preschool program at the Doyle Early Childhood Center, located at Greenwood Elementary School. This educator will provide direct, developmentally appropriate instruction to preschool-aged students with diverse learning needs within an inclusive classroom setting. The role requires strong collaboration with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to support each child's growth across developmental domains. The successful candidate will design and implement instruction aligned with students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and systematically monitor progress through ongoing data collection and analysis. TERM OF EMPLOYMENT : School Year SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience per teachers' contract REPORTS TO: Erin Manzi, Principal, Doyle Early Childhood Center...

Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: Lead special education teacher for the preschool STRIVE Program, which serves students on the Autism Spectrum in a substantially separate setting. Collaboration and consultation with the BCBA, general education teachers, therapists, administrators, and parents will be integral to this role. A successful candidate will monitor student progress with relevant data and design instruction to meet students' academic, social/emotional, and behavioral needs. TERM OF EMPLOYMENT : School Year SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience per teachers' contract REPORTS TO: Erin Manzi, Principal, Doyle Early Childhood Center PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and implement high-quality Individualized Education Plans (IEPs); Maintain accurate and current documentation; create lesson plans aligned with the curriculum Frameworks to ensure skill building; Implement Applied Behavioral Analysis techniques; Create data...