K-Grade Paraeducator: Nurture Minds, Support Growth

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

Job summary

New Haven Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator to assist in maintaining a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment. The role supports teachers through planning, curriculum activities, and materials management, while promoting student growth and involvement of families in the program.

The position involves coordinating with staff to respect cultural and individual student needs, assisting in documenting activities, and ensuring physical needs are met, including diapering,

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 college credits required or eligible with ParaPro Assessment score.
• ParaPro Assessment passing score or equivalent certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher in establishing and maintaining a safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Consults with teacher on plans and curriculum activities.
• Assists the teacher in preparing and maintaining classroom materials and supplies.
• Participates in all planned school activities, staff meetings, workshops, etc., and takes responsibility for personal growth.
• Observes the strengths and needs of each child and helps establish individual goals.
• Works with teacher to ensure the classroom supports and respects diverse backgrounds, languages, and learning styles.
• Assists in planning, implementing and documenting curriculum activities across developmental areas.
• Collaborates with teacher to provide experiences and atmosphere supporting each child's self-concept.
• Attends all parent meetings as required and involves parents in the classroom and program areas.
• Provide for students' physical needs, including diapering.

Education

Associate degree or 60 college credits

Qualifying score on ParaPro Assessment

Job description

New Haven Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator to assist in maintaining a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment. The role supports teachers through planning, curriculum activities, and materials management, while promoting student growth and involvement of families in the program.

The position involves coordinating with staff to respect cultural and individual student needs, assisting in documenting activities, and ensuring physical needs are met, including diapering,