Inclusive Classroom Paraeducator: Support & Growth

BROOKLYN SCHOOLS; Brooklyn (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

BROOKLYN SCHOOLS is seeking a paraeducator to support students in grades PK-8. You will reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, and computer instruction, both individually and in small groups, under supervision of licensed staff.

The role includes assisting with classroom preparations, documentation of student progress, behavior management, and supervision during lunch, bus, and other non-instructional times. Prior work with students with special needs is desirable.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma with ParaPro Assessment or an Associate's degree or higher.
• Experience with special needs children is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist and guide students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics and computer instruction.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning.
• Assist professional staff and classroom preparations.
• Maintain records documenting student learning and performance.
• Support classroom behavior management and safety rules.
• Supervise non-instructional areas (lunch, bus, playground, hallways, study hall).
• Assist students with special needs to maximize inclusion and achievement.
• Follow safety rules and procedures; may use PMT strategies after training.
• Assist with personal care tasks as needed.

Skills

Reading support

Language arts

Mathematics

Computer instruction

Education

High School Diploma

ParaPro Assessment

Associates degree

Job description

BROOKLYN SCHOOLS is seeking a paraeducator to support students in grades PK-8. You will reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, and computer instruction, both individually and in small groups, under supervision of licensed staff.

The role includes assisting with classroom preparations, documentation of student progress, behavior management, and supervision during lunch, bus, and other non-instructional times. Prior work with students with special needs is desirable.