Elementary School Paraprofessional

The TemPositions Group; Bridgeport (CT); In loco; USD 24.000 - 40.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The TemPositions Group is seeking an Elementary School Paraprofessional to support K-5 students in the Fairfield County area. You will assist lead teachers with instructional activities and provide targeted support to diverse learners in a structured classroom environment.

Candidates should have an Associate's Degree or higher (or HS diploma with 2+ years in a paraprofessional role) and be willing to undergo fingerprinting for a background check.

Competenze

• Associate's Degree or higher preferred, OR HS diploma with at least 2 years of experience in a Substitute Teacher or Paraprofessional role.
• Must be willing to be fingerprinted for background check.

Mansioni

• Instructional & Classroom Support: Assist in delivering planned instructional activities and using curriculum resources under lead teacher guidance.
• Small Group & Individual Help: Tutor and support elementary students on an individual or small-group basis to help meet school-wide goals.
• Climate & Behavior Management: Help maintain a positive educational climate and manage student behavior using approved disciplinary procedures.
• Diverse Learning Support: Reflect and support diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in curricula.
• Collaboration: Work with teachers and program coordinators to ensure educational initiatives are met.
• Administrative Duties: Assist with preparing learning materials, grading papers, and other tasks to keep the classroom running smoothly.
• Professional Development: Participate in ongoing training and stay updated on education topics.

Formazione

Associate's Degree or higher

HS diploma + 2 years paraprofessional/substitute experience

Background check fingerprinted

Descrizione del lavoro

We are currently seeking experienced Elementary School Paraprofessionals for schools located in the Fairfield County area. In this role, you will work closely with lead teachers to support young learners (grades K-5) in creating a positive, structured, and inclusive educational climate.

Paraprofessional Responsibilities

• Instructional & Classroom Support: Assist in delivering planned instructional activities and utilizing curriculum resources under the guidance of the lead teacher.
• Small Group & Individual Help: Tutor and support elementary students on an individual or small-group basis to help meet school-wide student performance goals.
• Climate & Behavior Management: Help maintain a positive educational climate and manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures.
• Diverse Learning Support: Utilize and support curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.
• Collaboration: Work with teachers and program coordinators to ensure educational initiatives are being met.
• Administrative Duties: Assist with preparing learning materials, grading papers, and performing other administrative tasks as needed to keep the classroom running smoothly.
• Professional Development: Participate in ongoing training sessions and stay abreast of current topics in education.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education & Experience:
  • Associate's Degree or higher is preferred, OR
  • High school diploma with at least 2 years of experience working in a Substitute Teacher or Paraprofessional capacity.
• Background Check: Must be willing to be fingerprinted.

Schedule & Hours

• Days: Monday through Friday
• Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Benefits:

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and eligibility requirements, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Depending on the benefit, cost may be paid by the Company, the employee, or shared between both.

EOE:

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

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