1:1 Paraeducator - Bridgeport, CT

Kelly Services; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Choose school location

Professional development

Orientation

Health coverage

Group insurance

Job summary

Kelly Education seeks a paraeducator to support students in Bridgeport Public Schools. You will work with teachers to provide one-on-one or small group assistance, fostering an inclusive classroom and promoting social-emotional development.

The position emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, and commitment to serving diverse learners in a full-time role with weekly pay and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro Exam required.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers to support student learning.
• Commitment to inclusive education and diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to create an inclusive and welcoming classroom environment.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with diverse learning needs within the classroom.
• Model inclusive practices and promote social-emotional development through positive peer interactions.

Skills

Collaborate with teachers

Support diverse learners

Foster inclusive classrooms

Education

Associates Degree

60 college credits

ParaPro Exam

Job description

Embark on a rewarding journey as an everyday Paraeducator in Bridgeport Public Schools! Are you enthusiastic about creating an inclusive and empowering learning environment for all students? Do you have a passion for supporting diverse learners in their educational journey? If you're ready to be a catalyst for positive change, we invite you to join our team as a Paraeducator!

Paraeducators work in educational settings with students that have diverse abilities and learning styles, including those with disabilities.

At Kelly Education we are committed to fostering an inclusive community where every student can thrive. We believe that diversity is our strength, and we are dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching educational experience for all. You can do this!

Working with children is rewarding. We would love for you to join our team.

Minimum requirements:

• Associates Degree OR 60 college credits OR ParaPro Exam

Perks you’ll enjoy with Kelly Education:

• Weekly pay
• Possible ability to select your preferred school location
• Free ongoing professional development to keep your skills sharp
• Paid orientation on district policies and procedures
• Kelly-sponsored Affordable Care Act healthcare coverage, for eligible employees
• Group insurance options*

*Offered and administered by 3rd party. These plans are not sponsored by Kelly.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to create an inclusive and welcoming classroom environment.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with diverse learning needs within the classroom.
• Model the ideas that embrace diversity and inclusivity while promoting social and emotional development by encouraging positive peer interactions.

A full-time paraeducator may also be referred to as paraprofessional, 1:1 aide, education technician, teacher aide, instructional assistant, classroom assistant, education assistant, learning support assistant, and teaching assistant.

Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodation for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Kelly will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Kelly in advance

As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…?

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…?Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…?Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…? Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…??

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…? Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…? Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…?