Paraeducator - Special Ed

Stonington School District; Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Stonington School District is hiring paraeducators for Deans Mill School to support students with special education needs. Start date is August 25, 2026, with multiple FT and PT openings.

The role focuses on feeding, toileting, and academic assistance under licensed staff supervision, including one-on-one or small group support. Responsibilities include implementing accommodations, working with students of all ages, and participating in bus loading and lunch duties as required by the building

Qualifications

• Must have one of the specified qualifications (associates or higher, 60+ college credits, or ParaPathways).
• Basic computer knowledge and comfort with learning new software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction and activities as directed by licensed staff.
• Support students with IEP accommodations and modifications.
• Assist with toileting, hygiene, feeding, and daily routines as needed.
• Prepare and supervise classroom activities and transitions.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

Associate's degree or higher

60 college credits

ParaPathways assessment

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

POSITION

Paraeducator - Special Education

SCHOOL

Deans Mill School

START DATE

August 25, 2026

OPENINGS

• 2 Full‑time positions: 32.5 hours per week
• 3 Part‑time positions: 29 hours per week

REMUNERATION

Paraeducators' Collective Bargaining Agreement (attached)

QUALIFICATIONS

• One of the following:
• Associate's degree or higher
• Earned 60 or more college credits
• Passing score on the ParaPathways Assessment

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work with children of all ages and possibly with special needs, including but not limited to Autistic, physically, and mentally handicapped students.
• May be required to assist children of all ages in toileting, hygiene, feeding (snacks), and assist with homework, recess, lunch duty, and bus duty.
• Must be able to hear clearly (correctable to within normal limits) and to be able to communicate with staff and students.
• May be required to lift objects (up to 20 pounds in weight). Must be able to bend, lift, stand, and talk.
• Must be able to follow a rotating schedule.
• Must have basic computer knowledge. Experience with Google Suite preferred.

OVERVIEW

Responsible for, under the supervision of certified/licensed staff, feeding (snacks); toileting (including toilet training); clothing routines and other hygiene duties; preparing and assisting with classroom activities including one‑on‑one or small group social, behavioral, and academic support; reading to students; proper handling of bodily fluids in compliance with OSHA and Board of Education regulations; supporting the implementation of accommodations and modifications for students with IEPs; preparing and utilizing specialized materials and/or equipment (i.e., communication devices, wheelchairs, visual schedules, etc.); assisting with non‑instructional tasks as needed; performing other duties relating to bus loading/unloading, securing students into car seats, playground/recess control, lunchroom monitoring, answering phones and other assignments as designated by the building administration or supervisor.