Paraeducator FT

Waterford Public Schools•Groton, CT

20d

About The Position

Waterford Public Schools has a vacancy for a team-oriented individual. Waterford Public Schools is seeking an organized, dependable and compassionate Paraeducator at the Avery Point Campus/UCONN to assist with vocational education students. This is a transitional readiness program, preparing students ages 18-22 with post secondary education instruction, community based career exploration and independent living skills. Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, a paraeducator assists staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives. Waterford Public Schools serves approximately 2,400 students in grades PK-12. Our district is actively seeking to recruit qualified applicants from a diversity of backgrounds , perspectives, and experiences so as to promote a diverse applicant pool for administrative, faculty, and staff positions to better serve our students’ multiple identities and to bring a broader range of experiences into our district to continue to enhance the teaching and learning for ALL. Waterford’s Mission and Strategic Plan guide us as we take action to engage all voices to examine practices, imagine possibilities and create an equitable, diverse community with “Excellence in Every School. Inspiring Every Child.” The District’s facilities include three elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. The Waterford community strongly supports the public schools and has high expectations for staff and students. According to the State of Connecticut Next Generation Performance Accountability System, Waterford Public Schools ranks in the top third of K-12 school districts in the state. The Waterford Board of Education is a nine-member elected body.