Grade 1 Paraeducator: Nurturing Classroom Support

New Haven Public Schools; New Haven (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

New Haven Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator to support teachers in maintaining a safe and nurturing classroom environment, guiding individual student development and facilitating curriculum activities. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and active parent involvement.

The position requires an Associate Degree or 60 college credits or a qualifying ParaPro assessment score, and involves physical duties such as assisting with students’ physical needs, including diapering.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro Assessment score required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in establishing a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Consult with teacher on plans and curriculum activities.
• Assist teacher in preparing and maintaining classroom materials and supplies.
• Participate in scheduled staff meetings and professional development.
• Observe each child's strengths and needs to help set individual goals.
• Support incorporation of diverse cultural backgrounds and languages in the classroom.
• Assist in planning, implementing and documenting curriculum activities across physical, emotional, cognitive and social domains.
• Collaborate with teacher to create experiences that foster positive self-concept for children.
• Attend all required parent meetings and encourage parental involvement.
• Provide for students' physical needs, including diapering.

Education

Associate Degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro Assessment score

Job description

New Haven Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator to support teachers in maintaining a safe and nurturing classroom environment, guiding individual student development and facilitating curriculum activities. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and active parent involvement.

The position requires an Associate Degree or 60 college credits or a qualifying ParaPro assessment score, and involves physical duties such as assisting with students’ physical needs, including diapering.