Paraeducator Classification II,Category A-1:1, JES

Watertown Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Watertown Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator - Classification II, Category A, 1:1 at Judson Elementary School to support students with special needs under teacher and administrator supervision. You will follow lesson plans and adapt tasks in real time to maximize participation and independence.

Applicants should have 60 college credits or an associate degree or a passing ParaPro exam. Preferred experience with special education; willingness to be trained for diverse instructional needs.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of study at the college level (60 credits), an Associates Degree or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment is required
• Preferred experience working with special education students
• Willingness to be trained to assist with varying instructional and behavioral needs of all students

Responsibilities

• Carry out instructions/lesson plans as directed
• Modify tasks live time as needed
• Balance providing support with building student independence
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and special education staff
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Establish supportive relationships with students with special needs
• Assist with safety rules and supervision of students
• Support inclusion and participation in classroom activities

Skills

Instruction support

Task adaptation

Promote independence

Classroom collaboration

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Student rapport

Safety awareness

Education

60 college credits

Associates degree

ParaPro Certification

Job description

Paraeducator Classification II,Category A-1:1, JES JobID: 2660

• Date Posted: 9/10/2026
• Location: Judson Elementary School
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 10/01/2026

Position Title: Paraeducator- Classification II, Category A, 1:1

Location: Judson Elementary School

Position Reports To: Director of Special Education and Related Services,

and Building Administrator

Job ID: #2660

Internal Close Date: September 17, 2026

External Close Date: October 1, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Required Certifications & Qualifications

A minimum of two years of study at the college level (60 credits), an Associates Degree or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with special education students.
• Willingness to be trained to assist with varying instructional and behavioral needs of all students

Essential Skills, Knowledge Performance Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions/lesson plans
• Modify tasks in live time as needed
• Ability to balance providing support to assigned students while simultaneously building independence as appropriate
• Work with other students in the classroom as needed, under the direction of the classroom/special education teachers
• Effective use of written and verbal communication skills
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others
• Establish supportive and compassionate relationships with students with special needs and other students in the classroom
• Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations to assist all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs
• Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living, as needed, for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities
• Assist students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and the achievement of IEP objectives
• Accompany students on field trips and assist with their supervision

Additional Duties

Perform all other duties that may be assigned by the Director of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services and/or the Building Administrator

Terms of Employment

• 184 Days
• Step 1- $19.00 per hour
• Active Paraprofessional Union Members stay on current step

Work Schedule

• 32.5 hours per week (0.5 hour unpaid lunch) 8:35-3:35 (M-F)

*District reserves the right to close the posting if a suitable candidate is found prior to the external closing date.

Postings current as of 9/13/2026 9:27:27 AM CST.