Paraeducator, Special Education (Grades K-8), Self contained

New Haven Public Schools; New Haven (CT); Sur place; USD 24 000 - 31 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

New Haven Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator (Local Union 3429) to support inclusive classrooms at Clinton Avenue School (K-8). The position assists teachers, helps manage a safe, nurturing environment and supports individual student goals.

This 10-month role requires an Associate Degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro score, and adherence to health and safety guidelines. Strong teamwork with staff and families is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro score required.
• Ability to support learning in a special education setting.
• Ability to work with diverse students and follow district policies.

Responsabilités

• Assist the teacher in establishing a safe, nurturing classroom environment.
• Consult with teacher on plans and curriculum activities.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining classroom materials and supplies.
• Participate in school activities and staff meetings; pursue personal growth.
• Observe student strengths/needs and help set individual goals.
• Support classroom environment respecting cultural backgrounds and learning styles.
• Plan, implement and document curriculum activities across developmental areas.
• Attend parent meetings and involve families in the program.
• Provide for students' physical needs as required.

Formation

Associate Degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro Assessment

Description du poste

Paraeducator, Special Education (Grades K-8), Self contained JobID: 6633
Position Type:
Paraeducator & Head Teacher/Non-Certified Teacher

Location:
Clinton Avenue School (K - 8)

TITLE: Paraeducator (Local Union 3429)

SALARY: $23,524 - $31,271

REPORTS TO: Principal/Supervisor/Director

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Teacher will assist in maintaining and facilitating a learning environment that supports each child's emotional, physical, and intellectual development.

DUTIES & 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate Degree or 60 college credits or receive a qualifying score on the ParaPro Assessment

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Adheres to federal, state and municipal physical health guidelines including immunization, employment physical and required health and safety training.
• The physical ability to frequently lift, move or hold children with a range of weight from 10-60 pounds (occasionally the job will require lifting, moving or holding children more than 60 pounds).
• The physical ability to participate in activities that may require lifting, reaching, squatting, climbing and sitting on the floor.
• The physical ability to respond quickly to emergencies or unexpected situations.
• The ability to maintain mental and physical alertness and the appropriate level of energy during the entire day.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

10-Month work year. Local 3429, Group I. The New Haven Board of Education must approve all recommendations for employment of Assistant Teachers.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated by provisions of the Board of Education's policy on evaluating personnel.