What are the responsibilities and job description for the BHS Summer School - Special Education Paraprofessional - 2025 position at Burlington High School?
Summer Special Education Paraeducator
Burlington High School
The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people." - Join the journey.
Burlington High School anticipates an opening for a highly motivated and qualified Special Education Paraeducator to join our summer school team. This program is designed for rising 10th graders seeking credit recovery (i.e. pursuing additional review and reteaching of 9th grade core proficiencies). This is a temporary position for the duration of the summer term with student attendance from 8:30-11:30 each day with additional paid planning/collaboration time available. Classes will be synchronous and in-person on our campus.
Subjects that will likely be supported by a paraeducator over the course of the program:
- English Language Arts
- Earth Systems Science
- Social Studies
- Math (levels will vary)
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with general education teachers to adapt and deliver effective lesson plans that align with the curriculum and standards for the respective subject.
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters student engagement and active participation.
- Employ various instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to ensure continuity of curriculum and student support.
- Adhere to school policies, procedures, and code of conduct.
- Participate in professional development opportunities as required.
Position Type: Summer
Duration: Summer (4 weeks): July 7- August 1, 2025
Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > English Language Learner Education
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
Please make sure you provide clear evidence of the following criteria in your application.
- High school diploma plus at least 2 years of additional education
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in education or related field
- Ability to commit to work all program weeks, July 7 - August 1, 2025
- Knowledge of best practices regarding student management protocols and PBIS
- Training and experience with English Language Learners
- Ability to build strong rapport with and high expectations for learners with special needs
- Understanding of summer learning and previous experience in a summer learning program.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Submit complete applications including letter of interest, current resume, transcripts,
licensure, and two (2) current letters of recommendation. Open until filled.
CONTACT:
Sabrina Westdijk, Principal
Burlington High School
67 Cherry Street
Burlington, VT 05408
swestdij@bsdvt.org
Salary : $24
