Lead Paraeducator, Special Education & IEP Support

Bristol Public Schools; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator for the LEAD Program at West Bristol School to support students with instruction under the supervision of a special education teacher. This role involves assisting with instruction, maintaining discipline, and helping with IEP implementation.

The position also requires supervising students during recess and lunch, assisting with classroom tasks, and occasional toileting support as needed. PMT training is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with instruction under the direction of the special education teacher.
• Assist teacher in maintaining discipline.
• Assist teacher with instructional activities.
• Escort students from room to room.
• Toileting students is sometimes required.
• Involves work with both special education and regular students.
• Assist teaching staff in the implementation of IEP.
• Supervise students while they are at recess and lunch.
• Assist students with classroom assignments.
• Copy materials for instructional purposes.
• Assist teacher in filing material and preparing all necessary paperwork.
• Alert teachers to problems that may be observed.
• May require supporting with toileting of students
• PMT required

Skills

Reading comprehension

Discipline & classroom management

IEP support

Communication with staff

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED; 2 years college credit; Parapro Assessment

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Bristol Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator for the LEAD Program at West Bristol School to support students with instruction under the supervision of a special education teacher. This role involves assisting with instruction, maintaining discipline, and helping with IEP implementation.

The position also requires supervising students during recess and lunch, assisting with classroom tasks, and occasional toileting support as needed. PMT training is required.