Paraeducator & Head Teacher: Early Learning Support

IMDiversity; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Haven Board of Education is seeking a Paraeducator (Local Union 3429) at Davis Street Magnet School (PreK - 7). The role supports the Assistant Teacher in fostering a safe, nurturing classroom that builds emotional, physical, and intellectual growth for each child.

The position involves assisting with curriculum, materials, and activities, attending meetings, and ensuring parental involvement in the program. The work year is 10 months with union benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 college credits required.
• ParaPro Assessment qualifying score may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher in establishing and maintaining a safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Consults with teacher on plans and curriculum activities.
• Assists the teacher in preparing and maintaining classroom materials and supplies.
• Participates in all planned school activities, Staff meetings, Work Shops, etc. and takes responsibility for own personal growth.
• Observes the strengths and needs of each child and helps establish individual goals for each child.
• Works with teacher to ensure that the classroom environment supports and respects the cultural backgrounds, languages, individual interest and learning style of each child.
• Assists teacher in planning, implementing and documenting curriculum activities in all developmental areas: physical, emotional, cognitive and social.
• Works closely with teacher to provide experiences and an atmosphere that encourages each child's self-concept.
• Attends all parent meetings as required.
• Collaborates with teacher and other staff to ensure that parents are involved in the classroom and other areas of the program.
• Provide for students' physical needs, including diapering

Education

Associate Degree / 60 credits

Job description

The New Haven Board of Education is seeking a Paraeducator (Local Union 3429) at Davis Street Magnet School (PreK - 7). The role supports the Assistant Teacher in fostering a safe, nurturing classroom that builds emotional, physical, and intellectual growth for each child.

The position involves assisting with curriculum, materials, and activities, attending meetings, and ensuring parental involvement in the program. The work year is 10 months with union benefits.