Paraeducators

Groton Public Schools; Connecticut; On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Groton Public Schools is seeking paraeducators for Thames River Magnet Elementary School. The position starts August 31, 2026 and offers an hourly rate of $17.94, with wages in accordance with the Groton Paraeducators Chapter CSEA/SEIU Local 2001 agreement.

Responsibilities include assisting in implementing lessons written by the Special Education Teacher, supporting children with multiple needs, and collaborating with administration, regular education staff, and parents to promote a positive

Qualifications

• Completed two years of college credit (60 credits total)
• Hold an associate's (or higher) degree
• Passed the ParaPro/ParaPathways Assessment within 90 days of start date
• Ability to work with children with multiple needs
• Capacity to implement lessons written by the Special Education Teacher
• Ability to work cooperatively with Administration, Regular Education Teachers, other assigned Staff, and Parents
• Flexible, dependable, and responsive to new ideas and direction

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing lessons written by the Special Education Teacher
• Support children with multiple needs and adapt activities as needed
• Collaborate with Administration, Regular Education Teachers, other staff, and Parents to monitor progress and adjust supports

Skills

Ability to work with children with多ple

Capactiy to implement lessons written

Cooperative with Administration anda

Flexible and dependable

Education

Completed two years of college credit (60 credits total)

Hold an associate's (or higher) degree

Passed the ParaPro/ParaPathways Assessment within 90 days of start date

Job description

Paraeducators

Location: Thames River Magnet Elementary School

Start Date: August 31, 2026

Hourly Rate: $17.94 per hour – Wages in accordance with the CBA for the Groton Paraeducators Chapter CSEA/SEIU Local 2001

Qualifications

• Possess one (1) of the following:
  • Completed two years of college credit (60 credits total)
  • Hold an associate's (or higher) degree
  • Passed the ParaPro/ParaPathways Assessment within 90 days of start date
• Ability to work with children with multiple needs
• Capacity to implement lessons written by the Special Education Teacher
• Ability to work cooperatively with Administration, Regular Education Teachers, other assigned Staff, and Parents
• Flexible, dependable, and responsive to new ideas and direction