Empowering Special Education Paraeducator | Student Support

Norwich Transition Academy; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 58,771,000 - 79,514,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwich Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator for Norwich Transition Academy in Norwich, Connecticut. The role supports the classroom teacher with instruction, behavior management, recordkeeping, and communication with students and families.

Starting date is immediate. Qualifications include an Associate’s Degree or 60 credits or Parapro exam; experience with children is preferred; a commitment to safety and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree, two years of college (60 credits) or Pass on Parapro Exam prior to employment.
• Experience working with children is preferred
• Demonstrate aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities

• Work with individual and small groups of students to reinforce material and foster independence
• Accompany students on field trips when needed
• Establish supportive relationships with students while maintaining authority
• Alert the teacher/administrator to any problem or situation
• Assist with large and small group activities
• Maintain ethical behavior and student confidentiality
• Assist with lessons involving visual aids and AV equipment
• Support behavior/social skills programs
• Remain student focused in a safe, developmentally appropriate environment
• Assist with development and construction of new materials as needed
• Punctual and consistent in meeting daily time schedules
• Follow transportation procedures for early and late dismissals
• De-Escalation and physical management training may be provided

Skills

Communication with parents andstudents

Behavior management

IEP support

Flexibility

Judgment and common sense

Following directions

De-escalation techniques

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree / 60 credits

Job description

Norwich Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator for Norwich Transition Academy in Norwich, Connecticut. The role supports the classroom teacher with instruction, behavior management, recordkeeping, and communication with students and families.

Starting date is immediate. Qualifications include an Associate’s Degree or 60 credits or Parapro exam; experience with children is preferred; a commitment to safety and confidentiality is essential.