Paraeducator, Special Education

NON-CERTIFIED POSITION

POSITION: Paraeducator, Special Education

Full-time (32.50 hours per week)

LOCATION: Stafford Elementary School

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associates Degree or equivalent, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with students individually, in small groups, and/or whole groups in the educational setting providing assistance as directed by a certified teacher.

• Provides students additional opportunities to practice academic, social, behavioral, life and vocational skills.

• Assists classroom teacher with monitoring student behavior and records behavior data when required by the IEP / 504 plan.

• Implements recommendations of the PPT/ 504 Team to support attainment of IEP goals or implements 504 plan.

• Implements recommendations of pupil services and related services personnel for specific students.

• Provides modifications and accommodations as specified by the IEP or 504 plan and behavior plans.

• Integrates assistive technology as required by the IEP or 504 plan.

• Assists students with physical care needs which may include routinely changing diapers and other life skills.

• Reports observations of student progress and concerns to the supervising teacher.

• Maintains confidentiality of student/staff/school-related information at all times.

• Shares student information only with supervising teacher, appropriate pupil services and related services personnel, and school administrator(s).

• Assists in cafeteria, auditorium, gym, recess, homeroom, playground, playing fields, bus loading/unloading, and at work sites.

• Displays a positive and courteous attitude.

• Follows all Board of Education policies.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the administrator(s).

HOURLY RATE OF PAY: $21.15 - $22.89, Commensurate with Experience

Follow this link to the CSEA contract, which details pension, health / dental / vision insurance information, and paid time off.

AVAILABILITY: As soon as possible following appointment

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled (will be posted for a minimum of 5 days)

Interested candidates should apply on-line (link available at www.stafford.k12.ct.us> Employment Opportunities) and include a resume and three (3) letters of reference.

E.O.E.

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