Elementary School: Preschool Paraeducator

Easton, Redding & Region 9 Public School Districts • Redding, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Assist students in one-to-one instruction and/or provide support for special education students in the general education classroom Implement IEP goals as directed by the Special Education teacher Collect data regarding student performance in the resource room and/or general education classroom

Requirements

• Must have two years of college credit; OR Associates Degree or higher; OR must provide evidence of having passed the State Board of Education adopted paraprofessional assessment which assesses content knowledge in mathematics, reading and writing and an understanding of how to assist in the instruction of those topics. (In Connecticut, the ParaPro Examination is the recognized assessment.)
• Must be flexible, creative, have a good sense of humor, and demonstrate strong organizational skills
• Must be highly motivated and self-directed

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with young children in a school setting a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist students in one-to-one instruction
• Provide support for special education students in the general education classroom
• Implement IEP goals as directed by the Special Education teacher
• Collect data regarding student performance in the resource room and/or general education classroom

Benefits

• Per collective bargaining agreement.
• Comprehensive benefits.

What This Job Offers

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