1:1 Special Education Paraprofessional

Cross Country Education • Bridgeport, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cross Country Education is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to provide dedicated one-to-one support to a first-grade student with special education needs. The role supports the student’s independence, confidence, inclusion, and progress at school.

The paraprofessional assists with classroom activities, learning objectives, and daily routines; supports behavioral needs using classroom strategies; and promotes positive behavior, engagement, and social development. The role also involves collaborating with teachers and school staff to maintain a safe, structured, supportive learning environment, and supervising and engaging with the student throughout the school day to minimize distractions and promote safety and participation.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education requirements: an associate degree or at least two years of college credit; or a high school diploma or equivalent and a score of 457 or higher on the ParaPro Assessment.
• Prior experience as a special education paraprofessional supporting elementary-aged students, preferably students with behavioral needs.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting elementary-aged students with behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support to a first-grade student with special education needs.
• Assist the student with classroom activities, learning objectives, and daily routines.
• Support behavioral needs by implementing classroom strategies.
• Promote positive behavior, engagement, and social development.
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Supervise and engage with the student throughout the school day, minimizing distractions and promoting safety and participation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of up to $27.70 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Weekly pay.
• Opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) match.
• Consistent school-based schedule of 37.5 hours per week.
• Paid sick leave.

What This Job Offers

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