Educational Paraprofessional

Connecticut REAP • Watertown, CT

37d • $18

About The Position

Paraeducator Position Title: Paraeducator- Classification-II, Category-B, Classroom Location: Swift Middle School Position Reports To: Interim Director of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services, Director of Curriculum and Instruction for General and Special Education and Building Administrator Job ID: #2446 Internal Close Date: November 21, 2025 External Close Date: December 5, 2025 Anticipated Start Date: Immediately

Requirements

• A minimum of two years of study at the college level (60 credits), an Associates Degree or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment is required

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with special education students
• Willingness to be trained to assist with varying instructional and behavioral needs of all students

Responsibilities

• Carry out instructions/lesson plans
• Modify tasks in live time as needed
• Balance supporting an individual student while simultaneously building their independence
• Effective use of written and verbal communication skills
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others
• Establish supportive and compassionate relationships with students with special needs
• Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations to assist all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs
• Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living as needed for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities
• Participate in IEP process and serve as resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed
• Assist students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and the achievement of IEP objectives
• Accompany students on field trips and assist with their supervision
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned by the Director of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services and/or the Building Administrator

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Associate degree