Para-Educator: Student Support & Classroom Assistant

Applitrack; Union City (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Para-Educator to support students under the direction of a certified teacher. The role involves one-to-one or small-group work, assisting with classroom setup, materials, and instructional reinforcement.

You will help maintain a positive classroom environment, support health-related student needs, and participate in meetings and trainings as required. Prior school experience is preferred and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Warm and supportive personality for working with special needs students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with student information.
• Prior experience in a school setting preferred.
• Meet 'highly qualified' requirements: 2 years college or an Associate's degree or 457 on ParaPro.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing classroom for the school year.
• Maintain classroom environment and materials; set up learning centers and AV equipment.
• Reinforce skills taught by the teacher.
• Assist with behavioral plans and schedules.
• Assist group lessons and individual seat work as directed by the teacher.
• Support all special area classes (art, music, PE) as appropriate.
• Participate in classroom activities including field trips, recess, lunch, and playground.
• Assist with basic health needs of students as appropriate.
• Participate in PPT/IEP meetings when required.
• Assist with transportation duties as assigned, including bus procedures.
• Attend staff and department meetings and professional development as required.

Skills

Warm and supportive personality

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 years college (48 credits) or Associate's degree

ParaPro Assessment test 457 or higher

Job description

Applitrack is seeking a Para-Educator to support students under the direction of a certified teacher. The role involves one-to-one or small-group work, assisting with classroom setup, materials, and instructional reinforcement.

You will help maintain a positive classroom environment, support health-related student needs, and participate in meetings and trainings as required. Prior school experience is preferred and confidentiality is essential.