Educational Paraprofessional Position

Connecticut REAP • Woodbury, CT

46d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Region 14 Vacancy POSITION: Paraeducator Substitutes As Needed LOCATION: All Schools START DATE: ASAP DEADLINE DATE: Until filled SALARY: $16.50 per hour GENERAL DUTIES: Work collaboratively with special education team, independently deliver instruction planned by certified staff; collect data on student performance; assist children with disabilities; foster independence, implement communication and behavior plans; exhibit an understanding of modifications and adaptations that can be made in the classroom setting in order to promote student success. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working with students with disabilities. Comprehensive knowledge of childhood development. Excellent teaming, collaboration and communication skills. Current PMT/First Aid certification preferred. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. APPLY ONLINE: Letter of interest Resume HS diploma and proof of passing Para Pro exam preferred Relevant experience or college degree preferred 3 letters of reference Tacy Nettleton, Human Resource Coordinator The Regional School District 14 Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, national/ethnic origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or disability in its programs, activities, and employment practices as set forth in compliance with the Office of Civil Rights, Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504. Any person having inquiries concerning Regional School District 14 Public Schools' compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX should contact: Dina Ericson, Director of Student Services, Regional School District 14, 5 Minortown Road, PO Box 469, Woodbury, CT 06798 [phone].

Requirements

• Experience working with students with disabilities
• Comprehensive knowledge of childhood development
• Excellent teaming, collaboration and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Current PMT/First Aid certification preferred
• HS diploma and proof of passing Para Pro exam preferred
• Relevant experience or college degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with special education team
• Independently deliver instruction planned by certified staff
• Collect data on student performance
• Assist children with disabilities
• Foster independence
• Implement communication and behavior plans
• Exhibit an understanding of modifications and adaptations that can be made in the classroom setting in order to promote student success

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: High school or GED