Paraeducator - Special Ed

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

Job summary

Stonington Public Schools is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional at Stonington Middle School for a 32.5-hour week starting August 25, 2026. The position works under supervision of licensed staff to support classroom activities and student supervision.

Responsibilities include feeding and toileting assistance, reading to students, and implementing accommodations for IEPs. The role may involve bus/lunch duties and collaborating with teachers to support diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree or higher, 60 college credits, or passing ParaPathways Assessment.
• Ability to work with children of all ages, including those with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with feeding, toileting, and classroom activities under supervision.
• Support students with social, behavioral, and academic tasks and accompany them during recess and lunch duties.
• Read to students and help with transitions and routine activities.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Education

Associate's degree or higher

60 or more college credits

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

• Date Posted: 8/4/2026
• Location: Stonington Middle School
• Date Available: 08/25/2026

SCHOOL: Stonington Middle School

START DATE: August 25, 2026

OPENINGS:

1 Full-time position: 32.5 hours per week

QUALIFICATIONS

• One of the following
  • Associate's degree or higher
  • Earned 60 or more college credits
  • Passing score on the ParaPathways Assessment

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work with children of all ages and possibly with special needs, including but not limited to Autistic, physically, and mentally handicapped students.
• May be required to assist children of all ages in toileting, hygiene, feeding (snacks), and assisting with homework, recess, lunch duty, and bus duty.
• Must be able to hear clearly (correctable to within normal limits) and to be able to communicate with staff and students.
• May be required to lift objects (up to 20 pounds in weight). Must be able to bend, lift, stand, and talk.
• Must be able to follow a rotating schedule
• Must have basic computer knowledge. Experience with Google Suite preferred.

OVERVIEW

Responsible for, under the supervision of certified/licensed staff, feeding (snacks); toileting (including toilet training); clothing routines and other hygiene duties; preparing and assisting with classroom activities including one-on-one or small group social, behavioral, and academic support; reading to students; proper handling of bodily fluids in compliance with OSHA and Board of Education regulations; supporting the implementation of accommodations and modifications for students with IEPs; preparing and utilizing specialized materials and/or equipment (i.e.. communication devices, wheelchairs, visual schedules, etc.); assisting with non-instructional tasks as needed; performing other duties relating to bus loading/unloading, securing students into car seats, playground/recess control, lunchroom monitoring, answering phones and other assignments as designated by the building administration or supervisor.