Full-Time High School Paraeducator: Special Ed Support

North Haven Public Schools (CT); North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

North Haven Public Schools (CT) in North Haven, CT seeks a Full-Time Paraeducator at North Haven High School (9-12) to support students with disabilities under IEP guidance.

Responsibilities include assisting special education staff, using technology like Google, and maintaining data on students’ progress. Qualifications require a high school diploma or associate’s degree and ParaPro testing by February 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Associate's Degree required; ParaPro Test by Feb 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with communication, sensory, learning and behavioral challenges per certified staff.
• Use varied instructional and social/emotional strategies across settings.
• Collect behavioral, academic, social and communication data.
• Implement proactive behavior strategies.
• Provide learner independence and manage prompting/fading techniques.
• Communicate effectively with teachers and service providers as a team.
• Be willing to be trained in de-escalation and physical restraint techniques.

Skills

Disability experience

Google/tech use

IEP understanding

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Data collection/monitoring

Behavior support strategies

Education

High School Diploma or Associate's Degree

Job description

North Haven Public Schools (CT) in North Haven, CT seeks a Full-Time Paraeducator at North Haven High School (9-12) to support students with disabilities under IEP guidance.

Responsibilities include assisting special education staff, using technology like Google, and maintaining data on students’ progress. Qualifications require a high school diploma or associate’s degree and ParaPro testing by February 1, 2026.