Paraeducator- Resource

Ledyard School District; Allyn Point (CT); On-site; USD 20,502 - 29,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

Ledyard Middle School seeks a Resource Paraeducator to support students in classroom activities and learning goals. Under supervision, you will reinforce reading, math, and language arts, and help with instructional materials and assessments.

This role emphasizes inclusion, safety, and student welfare. The position involves assisting in various settings, including lunchtime and bus duties, with a focus on encouraging participation and academic growth for students with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Two years of college credit (60) or an associate's degree or evidence of Para Pro Assessment.
• Experience working with students in inclusive/small group settings preferred.
• Experience with special needs students preferred.
• Willingness to be trained to assist instructional and behavioral needs of students.
• Works in standard office and school environments; may assist outdoors during activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist and reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, and computer instruction.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist staff with classroom exercises, tests, and assessments.
• Prepare instructional materials and strategies for individual needs.

Skills

Patience with students

Ability to follow instructions

Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides

Education

Two years of college credit or associate degree or Para Pro

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Ledyard Middle School is seeking a Resource Paraeducator. The Paraeducator, under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, assists with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs
• Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs
• Assists with record‑keeping procedures to document student learning and performance
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task
• Assists students in non‑instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non‑instructional areas
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision
• Constructs, copies and distributes and use educational materials as needed
• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement if IEP objectives, etc
• Assists students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs
• Assists guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed
• Performs any other related duties as assigned

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Genuine interest in serving the needs of students and the ability to operate within the philosophy of the program
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., all Google platform apps, such as Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Forms)
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required
• Effective writing and verbal communication skill

Qualifications

• Two years of college credit (60) or hold an associate's (or higher) degree or evidence of having passed Para Pro Assessment
• Previous experience working with students in inclusive and small group settings preferred
• Previous experience working with special education students preferred
• Prior experience working with special needs students preferred
• Willingness to be trained to assist all instructional and behavioral needs of the students
• Works in standard office and school building environments
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities
• May require placing and securing students on a bus and riding the bus to and from school daily of some students
• Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions
• Position can require physical interaction with students who have difficulty regulating emotions and controlling behavior.
• Must occasionally lift, move, or support other staff with physically escorting students and toileting.

Pay and Benefits

• Per the Ledyard Paraprofessionals Agreement
• 28.5 hours a week, follows the school calendar
• Starting pay $18.04 per hour
• Paid time off

To Apply

Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications may begin immediately. Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website, https://www.ledyard.net/page/employment-opportunities or Access the application at: https://www.applitrack.com/ledyard/onlineapp/ to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, protective hairstyles, alienage, ancestry, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.