Paraeducator - Group 1 (2026-2027 SY)

Norwalk Public Schools; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Norwalk Board of Education seeks a Paraeducator (Group 1) at Cranbury Elementary School to support students under the supervision of a classroom teacher. The role involves implementing policies, promoting safety, assisting with instructional goals and 504 plans, and helping students with classwork and progress recording.

The position includes assisting with lesson materials, supervising during recess, bus trips, and field activities, helping students access technology, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Requires ParaPro certificate or higher.
• Experience with children in school settings preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bilingual abilities may be advantageous, especially Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing policies and directives set by the Norwalk Board of Education.
• Follow safety policies and teacher directions with accuracy.
• Support instructional goals and 504 plan implementation.
• Assist students individually or in small groups with coursework.
• Maintain attendance records and document student progress.
• Prepare and distribute lesson materials; help with technology use.
• Promote positive behavior and supervise during recess and trips.

Skills

Communication

Active listening

Data recording

Collaboration

Instructional support

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

ParaPro certificate

Bachelor's degree preferred

Associate's degree / two years college

Two years experience

Spanish fluency preferred

Job description

• Date Posted: 10/14/2026
• Location: Cranbury Elementary School
• Date Available: October/2026

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

PARAEDUCATOR (GROUP 1)

CRANBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher, the paraeducator supports students to participate in their educational program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

ALL PARAEDUCATORS:

• Assist in the implementation of the Norwalk Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives
• Follow Norwalk school policy to ensure student safety
• Follow teacher's oral or written directions with accuracy
• Assist the teacher with the implementation of classroom instructional goals and Section 504 plans
• Assist students with classwork individually or in small groups
• Assist the teacher in maintaining student records of attendance
• Assist the teacher with documentation of student progress
• Assist the teacher with the preparation and distribution of lesson plan materials
• Encourage students to interact appropriately with peers
• Assist students during recess, breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, on school buses and field trips
• Assist and support students to use computers, iPads or other media to access curriculum
• Maintain respect at all times for confidential information

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Ability to record data with accuracy
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to implement teacher directives related to instructional and behavioral goals effectively
• Organizational and problem solving skills

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, parents, and visitors
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
• Maintain a level of approachability by administration, staff, parents, and visitors
• Respond to questions and requests in a timely and appropriate manner
• Attend meetings and professional development activities as recommended by teacher, supervisor or Principal
• Perform other related duties as assigned by teacher, Principal, Special Education or Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATES:

• High school diploma or equivalency and ParaPro Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree, preferred
• Associate's Degree in education or related field, or ParaPro Certificate, or two (2) years of college
• Two (2) years of experience working with children or young adults in a school setting, preferred
• Fluency in Spanish preferred
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate

Days: Monday – Friday (27.5 hours weekly/schedule determined by Principal)
Salary: In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement
Bargaining Unit: NFEP
Group: One
Benefits: Limited Availability

NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.