Paraprofessional II

City of Waterbury•Waterbury, CT

32d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an open competitive examination for the position of Paraprofessional II. The role involves assisting teachers and other professional educators in delivering instructional and related support services to students. The salary range is $21.49 to $31.65 per hour, with new hires starting at the beginning of the range. The position is covered under the written agreement between the City of Waterbury and the Waterbury City Employees' Association (White-Collar) Union.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED; AND 60 college credits OR An Associate’s (or higher) degree, OR Have passed the Praxis ParaPro Assessment Test
Two years’ experience working with or training to work with children with disabilities.
Excellent physical and mental condition.
Good character.
Good knowledge of first aid.
Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English and Spanish is required for those individuals desiring a bilingual assignment.

Nice To Haves

College credits with emphasis on child growth and development or related areas, is preferred.
First Aid Certification

Responsibilities

Assists teachers and/or other professional educators in the delivery of instructional and related support services to students.
Assists with the instruction of students in academic subjects.
Confers with special and general education practitioners about student schedules, instructional goals, progress and performance.
Implements service plans and educational objectives for children.
Demonstrates techniques to stimulate cognitive, physical, and social and language development.
Uses developmentally appropriate materials and instructional interventions for curriculum activities.
Participates in transitional planning and vocational assessment of students.
Supports pre-employment, vocational or transitional training in classrooms or at off-campus sites.
Operates computers and uses technology and adaptive equipment that will enable students with special needs to participate in general education.
Gathers and maintains data about the performance and behavior of individual students.
Motivates students to work.
Assists in meeting the hygiene, toileting, feeding and the mobility needs of students with varying disabilities.
Implements behavior modification techniques and the ability to manage disturbing behaviors through physical restraint when needed.
Regular attendance.
Performs other duties as required.