Elementary Paraeducator: Classroom Support (Group 1)

Norwalk Public Schools; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Norwalk Board of Education seeks a Paraeducator (Group 1) at Cranbury Elementary School to support students under the supervision of a classroom teacher. The role involves implementing policies, promoting safety, assisting with instructional goals and 504 plans, and helping students with classwork and progress recording.

The position includes assisting with lesson materials, supervising during recess, bus trips, and field activities, helping students access technology, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Requires ParaPro certificate or higher.
• Experience with children in school settings preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bilingual abilities may be advantageous, especially Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing policies and directives set by the Norwalk Board of Education.
• Follow safety policies and teacher directions with accuracy.
• Support instructional goals and 504 plan implementation.
• Assist students individually or in small groups with coursework.
• Maintain attendance records and document student progress.
• Prepare and distribute lesson materials; help with technology use.
• Promote positive behavior and supervise during recess and trips.

Skills

Communication

Active listening

Data recording

Collaboration

Instructional support

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

ParaPro certificate

Bachelor's degree preferred

Associate's degree / two years college

Two years experience

Spanish fluency preferred

Job description

Norwalk Board of Education seeks a Paraeducator (Group 1) at Cranbury Elementary School to support students under the supervision of a classroom teacher. The role involves implementing policies, promoting safety, assisting with instructional goals and 504 plans, and helping students with classwork and progress recording.

The position includes assisting with lesson materials, supervising during recess, bus trips, and field activities, helping students access technology, and maintaining