Paraeducator Classification II,Category B-Classroom, Pre-K JTPS

Watertown Public Schools; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Watertown Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator- Classification II, Category B, for the Pre-K classroom at John Trumbull Primary School. The role reports to the Director of Special Education and Related Services and the Building Administrator.

Position available ASAP; External Close Date Sept 17, 2026. The candidate should have 60 college credits or an Associate Degree or ParaPro passing score, with prior experience in special education and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of college study (60 credits) required.
• Associate degree or ParaPro passing score required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out instructions/lesson plans.
• Modify tasks in real time as needed.
• Balance supporting an individual student while building independence.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Assist with IEP processes and field trips.
• Assist with classroom instruction to maximize inclusion.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Adapt tasks in real time

Support individual students

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality

IEP process participation

Field trip supervision

Education

60 college credits

Associate degree

ParaPro assessment pass

Job description

Paraeducator Classification II,Category B-Classroom, Pre-K JTPS JobID: 2633

• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Location: John Trumbull Primary School
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 09/17/2026

Position Title: Paraeducator- Classification II, Category B, Classroom Pre-K

Location: John Trumbull Primary School

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

and Building Administrator

Job ID: #2633

Internal Close Date: September 3, 2026

External Close Date: September 17, 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 supporting an individual student while simultaneously building their independence
• 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
• 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

• Participate in IEP process and serve as resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed
• 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- $18.05 per hour ($19.00 per hour after September 1, 2026)
• Active Paraprofessional Union Members stay on current step

Work Schedule

• 32.5 hours per week (½ 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.