EK-8 Paraeducator /Teaching Assistant (Temporary Position)

Region One School District; Lakeville (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Medical insurance (employee)

Job summary

Region One School District seeks an EK-8 Regular Education Paraeducator/Teaching Assistant at Salisbury Central School, Lakeville, CT. This temporary role supports teachers and students from early kindergarten through grade 8, with a 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM schedule and calendar-aligned duties.

Starting November 4, 2026, responsibilities include small-group and individualized instruction, assisting in Unified Arts, and upholding confidentiality and a positive learning environment in line with district

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of college or higher, an associate degree or higher, or passing ParaPro/ParaPathways assessments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and families.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Background checks required by district employment policies.

Responsibilities

• Reinforces learning for individuals, small groups, or classes.
• Guides independent, enrichment, or remedial work under supervision.
• Supports students in Unified Arts classes when needed.
• Maintains ethical behavior and confidentiality of information.
• Assists with lunch and recess duties as appropriate.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative work with teachers

Confidentiality

Professional boundaries

Computer skills (email, monitoring)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of higher education

Associate's degree or higher

Passing ETS ParaPro or ParaPathways scores

Job description

EK-8 Paraeducator /Teaching Assistant (Temporary Position) JobID: 1845

• Date Posted:10/27/2026
• Location:Salisbury Central School
• Date Available:When Filled
• Closing Date:When Filled

POSITION: EK-8 Regular Education Paraeducator/Teaching Assistant (Temporary Position)

LOCATION: Salisbury Central School, Lakeville, CT

START DATE: November 4, 2026

DURATION: Remainder of the 2026-2027 school year

SCHEDULE: Following the School Calendar , 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM (5.75 hrs/day)

BARGAINING UNIT: Salisbury Central School Employees Local 1303-270

The Salisbury Central School seeks a Regular Education Paraeducator/Teaching Assistant to support teachers and students in our Early Kindergarten through Grade 8 classrooms.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works with individuals, small groups, or classes of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher.
• Guides independent, enrichment, or remedial work under the supervision of the teacher or interventionist.
• Works at the request of the supervisor and/or teacher with individual students needing support.
• Assists students in Unified Arts classes when appropriate.
• Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom andoffice.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and strict confidentiality regarding student and staff information.
• Participates in in-service training programs as needed or assigned.
• Responsibilities may include lunch andrecess duties.
• Supports and promotes a positive and professional educational and work environment with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Strives to implement the District's mission, goals, and objectives outlined in the District's Strategic Plan.
• Maintains a safe and caring environment.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet at least one of the following qualifications:
  • Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; OR
  • Earned an associate's degree or higher; OR
  • Achieved a passing score of 457 on the previously administered ETS ParaPro Assessment; OR
  • Achieved passing scores on the ETS ParaPathways Assessment (332 in Reading and Writing and 334 in Mathematics).
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, staff, and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other school personnel.
• Computer skills: using software to monitor student performance; communicating with teachers via email
• Positive human relations and the ability to build rapport with children areessential.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate appropriate professional boundaries.
• Must meet all applicable District employment requirements, including required background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with school-aged children.
• Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate instructional practices.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs.

Physical Abilities and Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, bend, kneel, and move throughout the school building and classrooms. The position may involve assisting students with classroom activities, supervising students indoors and outdoors, and responding to student needs in a variety of school settings.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position.

Salary/Benefits:

• Hourly Rate: $22.17 per hour
• Benefits: This temporary position offers paid leave (including sick, personal, and holidays), employer-paid life insurance, and retirement benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement. Medical insurance may be available at the employee's expense.

For more information, please contact Principal Mrs. Stephanie Magyar at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].

Regional School District No. 1 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.