Middle School Paraeducator: Inclusive Learning Support (6-8)

ADL MIDDLE SCHOOL; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid school vacation days

Medical and dental insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with up to a 6%ployer

Job summary

ADL MIDDLE SCHOOL in Essex Junction, Vermont seeks a temporary Paraeducator (Mainstream IA) to support grades 6–8 at Albert D. Lawton School. This is a temporary position through the end of the 2026–2027 school year with a renewal option.

EWSD describes paraeducators as essential in helping students access learning, partnering with teachers, and building independence in inclusive classrooms. This full-time school-year role involves supervision, data tracking, and collaboration in a supportive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with elementary-age children.
• Ability to follow directions and implement educational and behavior programs.
• Ability to accurately collect data and maintain confidentiality.
• Physical capacity to support student mobility, positioning, and care needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a school team.
• Ability to support students with a variety of academic, behavioral, physical, and personal care needs.

Responsibilities

• Support Learning: Assist students with classroom activities and academic tasks, implement IEP-driven instructional strategies, and adapt or modify materials in collaboration with teachers.
• Support Student Success: Implement student-specific support and behavior plans, encourage positive peer interactions, and help students develop independence and successful school routines.
• Provide Physical & Personal Care Support: Assist students with mobility, positioning, personal care, and other health-related needs as appropriate.
• Collect & Track Data: Accurately collect and document information related to student academic performance, behavior, and progress. Assist with informal assessments and monitoring of student goals.
• Supervise Students: Provide support and supervision throughout the school day, including classroom activities, lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and other instructional or non-instructional settings.
• Collaborate as a Team: Work closely with teachers and other school staff to provide consistent support and contribute to a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Data collection

Confidentiality

Mobility & care support

IEP familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or two years of college coursework

Job description

ADL MIDDLE SCHOOL in Essex Junction, Vermont seeks a temporary Paraeducator (Mainstream IA) to support grades 6–8 at Albert D. Lawton School. This is a temporary position through the end of the 2026–2027 school year with a renewal option.

EWSD describes paraeducators as essential in helping students access learning, partnering with teachers, and building independence in inclusive classrooms. This full-time school-year role involves supervision, data tracking, and collaboration in a supportive