High School Resource Paraeducator

Ledyard High School is seeking a Resource Paraeducator. The Paraeducator, under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, assists with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills

• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs

• Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments

• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs

• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance

• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task

• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas

• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision

• Constructs, copies and distributes and use educational materials as needed

• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement if IEP objectives, etc

• Assists students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities

• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs

• Assists guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed

• Performs any other related duties as assigned

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Genuine interest in serving the needs of students and the ability to operate within the philosophy of the program

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students

• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., all Google platform apps, such as Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Forms)

• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others

• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work

• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required

• Effective writing and verbal communication skill

Qualifications:

• Two years of college credit (60) or hold an associate's (or higher) degree or evidence of having passed Para Pro Assessment

• Previous experience working with students in inclusive and small group settings preferred

• Previous experience working with special education students preferred

• Prior experience working with special needs students preferred

• Willingness to be trained to assist all instructional and behavioral needs of the students

For additional information about the assessment please visit: https://portal.ct.gov/SDE/Paraeducator/Paraeducator-Information-and-Resources/What-Next

Physical Requirements:

• Works in standard office and school building environments

• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities

• May require placing and securing students on a bus and riding the bus to and from school daily of some students

• Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions

• Position can require physical interaction with students who have difficulty regulating emotions and controlling behavior.

• Must occasionally lift, move, or support other staff with physically escorting students and toileting.

Pay and Benefits:

• Per the Ledyard Paraprofessionals Agreement

• 28.5 hours a week, follows the school calendar

• Starting pay $17.51 per hour

• Paid time off

To Apply:

Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications may begin immediately.

Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website, http://www.ledyard.net/district/employment_opportunities

or

Access the application at: https://www.applitrack.com/ledyard/onlineapp/ to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, protective hairstyles, alienage, ancestry, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $17.51 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18