Full-Time Student Success Paraeducator

Elementary School; New Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

New Fairfield Public Schools ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in New Fairfield, CT is hiring a paraeducator to support students in classrooms and related settings. The role involves implementing instructional activities, assisting with materials, and helping with data on student progress.

The position requires two years of college coursework or ParaPathways, strong reading/writing/mathematics skills, and effective collaboration with staff.

Qualifications

• Two years of college coursework or ParaPathways assessment.
• Basic reading, writing and mathematics skills required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with students, teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Works with individual students or small groups in various educational settings.
• Carries out instructional activities as directed by a certified staff member.
• Maintains and records data on student performance and progress.
• Supports accommodations and modifications in IEPs and 504 Plans.
• Assists with setup and use of instructional technology and classroom materials.
• Prepares instructional materials and organizes classroom resources.
• Ensures student safety and well-being throughout the day.
• Provides information to substitute staff when needed.
• Supervises students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, buses, and other areas.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Two years of college coursework

Job description

New Fairfield Public Schools ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in New Fairfield, CT is hiring a paraeducator to support students in classrooms and related settings. The role involves implementing instructional activities, assisting with materials, and helping with data on student progress.

The position requires two years of college coursework or ParaPathways, strong reading/writing/mathematics skills, and effective collaboration with staff.