1:1 Paraeducator - Early Childhood Support & Inclusion

Orange East Supervisory Union; Bradford (VT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange East Supervisory Union’s Valley Cooperative Preschool in Bradford, Vermont seeks an Anticipated 1:1 Paraeducator. The role provides individualized 1:1 support to a designated child, collaborating with the classroom team to help the child participate in routines, activities, meals, and social interactions.

Responsibilities include following the child’s plan, promoting independence and safety, assisting with transitions and personal care, and documenting observations for teachers and

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children, especially with extra supports.
• Early childhood coursework or willingness to complete required coursework.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and supportive in challenging situations.
• Strong communication, teamwork, flexibility, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow individualized strategies from teachers and service providers.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Background check, fingerprinting, and childcare licensing requirements must be met.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 support to the designated child throughout the school day.
• Follow the classroom teacher's direction and the child's support plan.
• Assist with routines, transitions, self-help skills, meals, and activities.
• Support participation in activities, lessons, play, meals, and social interactions.
• Implement individualized strategies identified by the teaching team.

Skills

Experience with young children

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Ability to follow strategies

Education

Northern Lights Level 1, 2, or 3 Certificate

Associates Degree in ECE or related field

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Orange East Supervisory Union’s Valley Cooperative Preschool in Bradford, Vermont seeks an Anticipated 1:1 Paraeducator. The role provides individualized 1:1 support to a designated child, collaborating with the classroom team to help the child participate in routines, activities, meals, and social interactions.

Responsibilities include following the child’s plan, promoting independence and safety, assisting with transitions and personal care, and documenting observations for teachers and