The Role: Mapleshade Elementary School is looking for a positive, engaging, student-friendly paraprofessional for our 4th grade Learning Center program. Applicants should have training in ABA and RBT. Applicants without this training/certification can still apply, but must agree to complete this training if hired. East Longmeadow Public Schools is a district that values diversity of thought, leadership, and representation. We prioritize inclusivity, embrace diversity, and promote an equitable approach toward meeting the needs of every child in our district. It is our belief that to make education equitable, we must exhibit anti-racism within the classroom, across professional development opportunities, and to our families. As a result, every ELPS student will develop the knowledge and critical thinking skills that will ensure their success across post-secondary experiences, career trajectory, and to be prepared for adult-life as a responsible and active citizen.ELPS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and are empowered to be their unique selves. We believe that our administration and District staff should reflect the increasingly diverse community we serve, and that we should be intentional about elevating diverse voices and perspectives as an integral part of our work with students. Together, we can continue to build an inclusive work culture that centers equity, encourages empathy, supports belonging, and embraces cultural diversity as an important asset to the overall success of our schools. Why You Should Join Our Team:East Longmeadow Public School District is committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and strongly encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.