Elementary ASD (RISE) Special Education Paraeducator

Windham Public Schools; Windham (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Windham Public Schools is hiring an Elementary ASD Special Education Paraeducator to support the classroom teacher and help students with disabilities learn. The role involves assisting students individually and in small groups, maintaining records, and collaborating with teachers on educational goals.

Qualifications include a preferred 4-year degree, two years of experience with children, and experience working in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Assist the classroom teacher with physically and educationally disadvantaged students.
• Two years of experience with children preferred.
• Experience working with students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with physical and/or educational needs.
• Collaborate with teachers regarding IEP goals.
• Maintain student records and learning data.

Skills

Experience working with young children

Ability to implement behavioral goals

Effective, active listening skills

Organizational and problem-solving skills

Ability to communicate ideas effectively

Education

4-year degree preferred

Associate's degree or Para Pro certificate

Experience working in a school setting

Job description

Elementary ASD (RISE) Special Education Paraeducator
Job ID: 6278

Position Type: Instructional/Educational Support – Non-Certified/Paraeducator: Special Education

Date Posted: 1/12/2026

Location: North Windham Elementary School

Date Available: 01/12/2026

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Assist the classroom teacher by helping physically, mentally, and/or educationally disadvantaged students learn skills that will broaden their educational experiences, contribute to their development, and assist in creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning for all students.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist students with physical and/or educational needs both individually and in small groups
• Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding students' needs and requirements, including IEP goals
• Provide escort and mobility assistance to the student(s) when necessary
• Receive oral or written instructions from the supervising teacher
• Maintain student records to include progress reports, attendance, etc.
• Record student learning data as directed
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of lesson plan materials
• Communicate in a positive manner with parents on the progress of students
• Act as expert classroom support to substitute in the absence of a teacher
• Assist students with classwork
• Assist with recess, supervision, restroom breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, field trips, etc.
• Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
• Attend meetings and professional development training as required
• Prepare materials for class projects
• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
• Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher/Principal
• May be required or asked to assist with diapering and/or toileting students
• *toileting responsibilities may be required*

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Experience working with young children
• Ability to implement behavioral goals
• Ability to understand child development
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skillsAbility to work effectively with others
• Organizational and problem-solving skills

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-year degree preferred
• Two years of experience with children
• Associate's degree or Para Pro certificate
• Experience working in a school setting; public school preferred
• Experience working with students with special needs
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

WINDHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Windham Public Schools to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual preference, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual preference or physical and mental disability.