Paraprofessional-Preschool

Young World Physical Education; Shoreham (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Life AD&D, LTD

Health savings or spending accounts

Flexible spending account

Dependent coverage option

Long term disability with 66 2/3% pay

Life insurance $30,000

Paid leave

State retirement system

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Addison Central School District is seeking full-time Paraprofessionals to work in our Preschool Program for the 2026-2027 school year. These individuals will be working with small groups or individual students.

The successful candidate must have strong communication and collaboration skills and experience working with preschool-age children. Job responsibilities for individuals working in our Preschool Program include actively supporting the lead teacher by reinforcing academic concepts and

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Support lead teacher by reinforcing concepts and managing classroom flow.
• Supervise children on playground and during transitions; promote positive behavior.
• Assist with personal care tasks such as hygiene, toileting and meals.
• Prepare instructional materials, organize centers and sanitize equipment.
• Track attendance and communicate progress to the lead teacher daily.

Skills

Paraprofessional

Communication

Collaboration

Preschool-age

Classroom supervision

Education

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Paraprofessional-Preschool

Addison Central School District Shoreham Presdchool Program - Shoreham, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5876167

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 07, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 18, 2026

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $22 to $29 Per Hour

Job Description

Addison Central School District is seeking full-time Paraprofessionals to work in our Preschool Program for the 2026-2027 school year. These individuals will be working with small groups or individual students. The successful candidate must have strong communication and collaboration skills and experience working with preschool-age children.

Job responsibilities for individuals working in our Preschool Program include actively supporting the lead teacher by reinforcing academic concepts and managing classroom flow for all preschool students. Supervising children throughout the day- including on the playground and during transitions- while promoting positive social behaviors and providing vital emotional support. A core duty involves managing essential personal care tasks, such as assisting children with hygiene, toileting, and meals. Maintaining a safe and tidy learning environment by preparing instructional materials, organizing centers, and consistently sanitizing equipment. Tracking attendance, filing records, and communicating daily with the lead teacher about student progress.

If the chosen individual is new to child care, they will need to complete the VT orientation training (a nine hour online training) as well as Protecting Vermont's Children (2.5 hour online training). Within six months individuals must complete CPR/First Aid training.

Addison Central School District offers competitive wages. Employee benefits include:

• Health, Dental, Life AD&D, Long Term Disability Coverage
• Contribution to up to a family health insurance plan with contribution to either a Health Savings Account or a Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Access to a flexible spending account
• Single dental insurance plan funded by the school district with the option to purchase dependent coverage
• Long term disability plan with a 90-day elimination period, benefit pays 66 2/3% of salary, funded by the school district
• Life insurance valued at $30,000, funded by the school district
• Paid leave
• Retirement through the Vermont Municipal Employees Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program

E.O.E.

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lashawn Whitmore-Sells , Principal
• 130 School Road
• Shoreham, Vermont 05770
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]