Classroom Support Specialist for Inclusive Education

Sylvania; Wauregan (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a dedicated paraeducator to support certified staff in instructional activities and to assist students with learning and behavior. The role emphasizes promoting inclusion, assisting with IEP objectives, and facilitating classroom routines in collaboration with teachers.

Responsibilities include small-group tutoring, supervising non-instructional areas, assisting with materials, and helping with parent communication when requested.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College coursework or passing of examination as required by NCLB.
• Experience with students with special needs desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Assists professional staff in classroom administration and correction of exercises, tests and assessments.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions and keep students on task.
• Accompanies students on field trips for supervision.
• Assists teacher with parent contact to foster involvement in student education.

Skills

Teaching support

Student supervision

Confidentiality

Diversity awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College coursework or NCLB exam

Experience with special needs desirable

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Sylvania is seeking a dedicated paraeducator to support certified staff in instructional activities and to assist students with learning and behavior. The role emphasizes promoting inclusion, assisting with IEP objectives, and facilitating classroom routines in collaboration with teachers.

Responsibilities include small-group tutoring, supervising non-instructional areas, assisting with materials, and helping with parent communication when requested.