Instructional Paraeducator — 27.5 hrs/wk (Reading, Math)

Newtown Public Schools; Botsford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Newtown Public Schools is seeking an Instructional Paraeducator for a 27.5-hour work week to support students under the guidance of general education teachers. The position begins in August 2026 at Middle Gate School, Newtown, CT, offering front-line classroom assistance to aid reading, writing and math instruction.

Ideal candidates will have at least two years of college coursework or an Associate’s Degree and a passing score on the ETS ParaPro Assessment.

Qualifications

• Must have completed the equivalent of 2 years of college coursework, OR an Associate’s Degree or higher.
• Passing score on the ETS ParaPro Assessment or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to support instruction and small-group learning.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups in reading, writing and/or math under teacher direction.
• Positively contribute to social-emotional skill development.
• Assist teachers with classroom tasks as needed.
• Provide support across varying duties depending on grade and student needs.
• Adapt to changing tasks and student requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Student rapport

Calm under pressure

Adaptability

Instructional support

Education

Associate degree

ParaPro assessment

Job description

Newtown Public Schools is seeking an Instructional Paraeducator for a 27.5-hour work week to support students under the guidance of general education teachers. The position begins in August 2026 at Middle Gate School, Newtown, CT, offering front-line classroom assistance to aid reading, writing and math instruction.

Ideal candidates will have at least two years of college coursework or an Associate’s Degree and a passing score on the ETS ParaPro Assessment.