Paraeducator FT

WATERFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Waterford (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Waterford Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator at Oswegatchie Elementary School to support teachers and students under the supervision of a certified staff member. The paraeducator helps implement instructional goals and assists with classroom activities to promote student learning.

The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to a diverse school community; a Parapro Certificate or equivalent education is required, with competitive benefits and standard contract provisions

Qualifications

• Parapro Certificate, Associate's Degree or 60 college credits required.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of a certified staff member, assists staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives.

Education

Parapro Certificate, Associate's Degree or 60 college credits

Job description

Waterford Public Schools has an immediate vacancy for a team-oriented individual. Waterford Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator at Oswegatchie Elementary School. Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, a paraeducator assists staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives.Waterford Public Schools serves approximately 2,400 students in grades PK-12. Our district is actively seeking to recruit qualified applicants from a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so as to promote a diverse applicant pool for administrative, faculty, and staff positions to better serve our students’ multiple identities and to bring a broader range of experiences into our district to continue to enhance the teaching and learning for ALL. Waterford’s Mission and Strategic Plan guide us as we take action to engage all voices to examine practices, imagine possibilities and create an equitable, diverse community with “Excellence in Every School. Inspiring Every Child.”The District’s facilities include three elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. The Waterford community strongly supports the public schools and has high expectations for staff and students. According to the State of Connecticut Next Generation Performance Accountability System, Waterford Public Schools ranks in the top third of K-12 school districts in the state. The Waterford Board of Education is a nine-member elected body.A Para-Pro Certificate, Associate's Degree or 60 college credits is required.Wage is in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. https://waterford.ss16.sharpschool.com/our_district/departments/hr/contracts/waterford_paraprofessionalsLink to job description listed below:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Q_iy9qfBbLd9K3ZtP055BDXIeVgSkMFX/view?usp=drive_linkExcellent health benefits (Anthem Medical , Cigna Dental and Vision) State Partnership PlanState Partnership Benefits WebsiteHolidays, Vacation, Sick and Personal time in accordance with individual contracts and bargaining unit agreements.403 B - all positions eligiblePositions with a scheduled work week of 20 hours or more: Mandatory Pension eligible, vested after 5 years . State Municipal pension (MERS). MERS Plan Summary.