Paraeducator

Groton Public Schools; New London (CT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Groton Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator to support students at Catherine Kolnaski Magnet Elementary School. Qualify by earning 60 college credits, an associate’s degree, or by passing the ParaPro/ParaPathways Assessment within 90 days of start date.

The role involves collaborating with teachers, staff, and families to implement individualized lessons. Start date is ASAP with compensation of $17.94 per hour in accordance with the Groton Paraeducators Chapter CSEA/SEIU Local 2001, subject

Qualifications

• Ability to work with children with multiple needs.
• Capacity to implement lessons written by the Special Education Teacher.
• Ability to work cooperatively with Administration, Regular Education Teachers, other assigned Staff, and Parents.
• Flexible, dependable, and responsive to new ideas and direction.

Skills

Work with children

Team collaboration

Flexible and dependable

Responsive to new ideas

Education

60 credits (60 credits total)

Associate's degree

ParaPro/ParaPathways assessment within 90 days

Job description

Job Title

Paraeducator

Job ID

**4781**

Location

Catherine Kolnaski Magnet Elementary School

Applicants

Qualifications: Possess one (1) of the following:

• Completed two years of college credit (60 credits total);
• Hold an associate's (or higher) degree;
• Passed the ParaPro/ParaPathways Assessment within 90 days of start date

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to work with children with multiple needs
• Capacity to implement lessons written by the Special Education Teacher
• Ability to work cooperatively with Administration, Regular Education Teachers, other assigned Staff, and Parents
• Flexible, dependable, and responsive to new ideas and direction

Start Date

ASAP

Hourly Rate

$17.94 per hour - Wages in accordance with the CBA for the Groton Paraeducators Chapter CSEA/SEIU Local 2001

Deadline

October 13, 2026

Groton Public Schools is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Groton Public Schools mission is to cultivate an environment of diversity, equity and inclusiveness. We strive to foster culturally responsive policies and practices to ensure all groups feel valued, actively engaged and empowered.