Paraeducator

Orange, CT Public Schools; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential stipend for BCaBA certification

Adherence to union contract for salary

Job summary

A public school district in California is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator to provide instructional support in the classroom and assist with behavioral plans. This role requires strong skills in connecting with students and implementing strategies for learning and development. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children in educational settings and must pass the ParaPro Exam or possess an Associate's Degree. Flexibility and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Flexibility in handling various classroom situations.
• Collaborative approach with colleagues.
• Collaborate with colleagues while maintaining confidentiality
• Flexible to adapt to changes

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional assistance under teacher's direction.
• Support behavioral plans and collect data.
• Assist students during sensory breaks.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information

Skills

Strong work ethic

Ability to follow lesson plans

Connecting with students

Experience with Discrete Trial Instruction

Behavioral support techniques

Education

Passing grade on the ParaPro Exam or Associate's Degree

Job description

• Date Posted: 12/18/2025
• Location: District-Wide
• Date Available: asap

Job Posting

Special Education Paraeducator

Location

To be determined, Orange Public School District, Orange, CT

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic
• Oral and/or written references from colleagues and/or supervisors testifying to the candidate’s qualifications
• A passing grade on the ParaPro Exam or Associate's Degree
• Experience implementing Discrete Trial Instruction (DTI) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) is highly preferred.

Requirements

• Essential experience: working with children (preferably in an educational setting)
• Following lesson plans and instructional objectives
• Connecting with students
• Facilitating learning
• Collaborating with colleagues (preferably in an educational setting)
• Adhering to student privacy and confidentiality policies
• With flexibility

Responsibilities

• Under the direction and supervision of the classroom and/or special education teacher, a paraprofessional will:
• Provide instructional assistance under the direction of the classroom or resource room teacher, in one‑to‑one or small group settings
• Learn and implement behavioral support plans
• Work with students who may be aggressive or disruptive in class
• Provide behavioral support which may include physical management (training provided annually)
• Implement Discrete Trial Instruction (DTI), as planned by the Special Education Teacher/Team
• Collect and chart data as instructed by an educational team
• Support/monitor/assist student(s) during sensory breaks or other break/reinforcement periods
• Communicate student needs and progress with classroom and resource teacher
• Maintain strict confidentiality in regard to all aspects of student program, progress, etc.
• Provide instructional and/or behavioral support for students in the general education setting
• Ride the van/bus to monitor special education safety needs, if necessary
• Assist students with self‑care needs (e.g., potty training, toothbrushing), if needed
• Additional responsibilities as assigned
• Engage in duties such as, but not limited to, lunch, recess, arrival, and dismissal duties

Term/Duration

This position is available immediately and is for the 2025‑26 school year. Workdays follow the Orange Public Schools Student Calendar, therefore work is available on school days and days per contract agreement for 6.5 hours a day and 32.5 hours per week.

Salary

Follows Union Contract. NOTE: A stipend may be offered to the successful candidate who is a BCaBA (Board‑Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst)

Application Process

To complete an online application. Go to www.oess.org.

Select “Departments”.

Select “Employment”.

Please upload a cover letter, a resume, and reference letters with your online application.

Once your application has been submitted, it will be reviewed.

It is the Board of Education’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and that qualified applicants for employment will be recruited, hired, and assigned on the basis of merit, without regard to race, creed, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, disability, or veteran status. The employment policies and practices of the Board are to ensure that all qualified employees are treated equally with no discrimination in employment, compensation, opportunities for advancement (including promotions and transfers), training, and discipline based on race, creed, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability or veteran status or any other protected basis.

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 3:45:32 AM CST.

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