Literacy Paraeducator

Putnam Public Schools; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Putnam Middle School is seeking a Literacy Paraeducator to support students in grades 5–8 by aiding in reading and writing. This part-time position requires a responsible individual who can create a positive environment for learning while collaborating with educators. The role emphasizes nurturing literacy skills among adolescents, both academically and personally.

Qualifications

• Caring, flexible, and dependable individual needed.
• Experience supporting students in literacy intervention preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small group assistance in reading and writing.
• Reinforce classroom instruction and encourage literacy habits.

Skills

Collaborative work

Supportive environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

ParaPro Test or 2 years college credits

Job description

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Putnam Middle School is seeking a caring, flexible, and dependable individual to join our team as a Literacy Paraeducator. This part-time position supports students in in grades 5–8 by providing small group and individual assistance in reading and writing, reinforcing classroom instruction, and encouraging strong literacy habits. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for helping adolescents grow as readers and writers, work collaboratively with teachers and specialists, and foster a supportive environment where students feel confident and motivated to build their literacy skills. Putnam Middle School offers a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the student’s educational experience prepares them for the real world.

POSITION: Literacy Paraeducator

• Part-Time: 20 hours per week
  
  

LOCATION: Putnam Middle School

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Required)
• ParaPro Test or equivalent of 2 year’s college credits - 60 credits (Required)
• Experience working in a school system preferred
• Experience supporting students in literacy intervention programs preferred
  
  

START DATE: August 25, 2025

RATE OF PAY: $19.67 - $21.74 per hour

• based on contractual requirements
  
  

Application Procedure

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website: www.putnamschoolsct.org

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest to Gregory Keith, Principal, Putnam Middle School

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

Equal Opportunity Employer

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