THS Paraeducator

State of Connecticut • Milford, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is hiring two Paraeducators to work at Platt Technical High School in Milford, Connecticut. This is a 10-month position paid over 12 months, with a Monday–Friday schedule. Paraeducators support certified staff in delivering educational services and programming, provide individualized and small-group assistance, and contribute to student learning and success. Under a certified teacher’s direction, they reinforce instruction in academic classrooms and shops; implement accommodations and modifications specified in students’ IEPs or behavior intervention plans; collect data on student progress and behavior; and support organization, independence, and self-regulation in accordance with school-wide expectations. They also assist with supervision and shop safety, and provide personal care assistance when required by a student’s plan. Paraeducators work under certified staff supervision and do not serve as the teacher or provide initial instruction.

CTECS provides career and technical education through 17 diploma-granting technical high schools, one technical education center, and two airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programs. It serves approximately 11,200 full-time high school students across 31 career and technical education programs. The organization emphasizes community, relationships, equity, inclusion, and a supportive, welcoming, and safe environment for staff, students, families, and partners.

Requirements

• Two years of college training or an associate degree. College training is calculated at 15 semester hours per half-year, up to a maximum of two years.
• A passing score on the ParaPro Assessment may be substituted for the general experience requirement.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to respond appropriately to behavioral and safety concerns under established protocols.
• Knowledge of career and technical education practices, tools, and safety standards; special education processes, including IEP objectives and accommodations; classroom management and student engagement strategies; and foundational literacy skills.
• Interpersonal, oral and written communication, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supporting students with disabilities in a high school setting.
• Experience implementing IEP-related accommodations.
• Experience communicating with students and parents using technology such as PowerSchool.
• Experience with behavior support plans, de-escalation, or crisis response training.
• Experience supporting students in inclusive or co-taught classrooms.
• Ability to support students across academic and shop settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, technical, and organizational support to students individually and in groups.
• Assist certified staff with instructional activities, classroom preparation, assessments, and data collection.
• Reinforce instruction in academic classrooms and shops under the direction of a certified teacher.
• Implement IEP accommodations and modifications and behavior intervention plan requirements as directed.
• Collect data on student progress and behavior.
• Support students’ organization, independence, and self-regulation consistent with school-wide expectations.
• Support classroom management and maintain safe, orderly learning environments.
• Supervise students in classrooms, technical areas, common spaces, and during school activities.
• Assist with shop safety and promote safe practices and proper use of tools, equipment, and learning materials.
• Provide personal care assistance when required by a student’s plan.
• Assist students with technology and prepare instructional materials.
• Build supportive relationships with students and families and contribute to a positive classroom culture.
• Engage in professional development and maintain confidentiality and compliance with safety and reporting requirements.
• Perform related duties as required.

Benefits

• Paid holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and life insurance.
• Paid sick time and personal leave.
• Eligibility to apply for available stipend positions identified in the SVFT bargaining unit contract.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer.
• Paid professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree