Paraeducator - Next Step

Young World Physical Education; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vernon Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator for the Next STEP program to support students with special needs and assist teachers in daily activities.

Responsibilities include supervision of health and safety, personal care, and serving as a job coach in vocational settings. Applicants should hold required certifications and provide all materials for the application process.

Responsibilities

• Assisting students with special needs
• Assisting the teacher in daily classroom activities
• Helping special needs students with personal care, health, and safety
• Serve as a job coach in vocational settings

Job description

Vernon Public Schools Next Step (38 Park St) - Vernon Rockville, Connecticut Open in Google Maps

Paraeducator - Next Step

Vernon Public Schools Next Step (38 Park St) - Vernon Rockville, Connecticut Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5878469

Application Deadline: Aug 24, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 10, 2026 7:01 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Welcome to Vernon Public Schools: where students learn, achieve, and succeed!

Position: Paraeducator-Next Step

Description: The Administration is seeking persons qualified by education and experience to carry out the duties assigned to the position and in general, to establish and maintain a high level of standards of excellence in the Vernon Public Schools. This position is in our Next STEP program. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assisting students with special needs
• Assisting the teacher in daily classroom activities
• Helping special needs students with personal care, health, and safety
• Serve as a job coach in vocational settings

Salary and Benefits: The salary range for the 26-27 school year is per contractwith a competitive benefits package.Please see the attached contract for details. Full-time position 32.5 hrs/week.

Start date: August 25, 2026

Please ensure that you hold the proper certification for this position AND provide all materials required for the application process (cover letter, resume,certifications &transcripts where applicable, and three letters of recommendation).

Vernon Public Schools is seeking talented and passionate educators to join our team. By recruiting a diverse faculty and staff that is more representative of the experiences and backgrounds of students, we diversify our workforce, decrease opportunity gaps, and improve outcomes for all our students. Our commitment to equity allows us to achieve our Mission to ensure that every student can become an independent learner and a productive contributor to society.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vernon Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Position Type: Full-time

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

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Contact Information

• Erica Matusiewicz , Human Resources Specialist
• 30 Park Street
• Vernon, Connecticut 06066
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]