Paraprofessional - Student Services at Grafton Elementary School

WNESU; Vermont; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Windham Northeast Supervisory Union is seeking a Paraprofessional at Grafton Elementary School. The role supports students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development under certified staff guidance within a school setting. Starting date is to be determined.

Responsibilities include assisting with instruction, supervising students, data collection for IEP reporting, and implementing student support plans in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• Having 48 college credits or passing Praxis ParaPro or meeting Title I requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to respond calmly to students and exercise sound judgment.
• Experience with school-aged children and disabilities preferred.
• Proficient with Google Workspace and basic data tracking.
• Able to work collaboratively and maintain confidentiality.
• Regular and punctual attendance is essential.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Support students’ social-emotional growth and independence.
• Collaborate with teachers, case managers, and other staff.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and PD.
• Supervise students throughout the day, including transitions and meals.
• Follow district policies and protect confidentiality.
• Support instruction and student participation as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Attendance

Google Workspace

Data tracking

Positive behavior support

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Praxis ParaPro

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Paraprofessional - Student Services at Grafton Elementary School

Windham Northeast Supervisory Union Grafton Elementary School - Grafton, Vermont

Job Details

Job ID: 5899427

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Title: Paraprofessional

Terms of Employment: School year

Position Classification: Support Staff Union

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Qualifications

• High school diploma equivalent required; associate degree preferred
• Must have at least 48 college credits OR have passed (or the ability to pass) the Praxis ParaPro exam OR otherwise meet Title I requirements (not required for behavior support positions without instructional duties)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to respond appropriately to students in a supportive manner while exercising sound judgment
• Experience with school-aged children, including students with disabilities, preferred
• Basic academic, technology, and data tracking skills, including proficiency with Google Workspace tools
• Ability to be positive, flexible and collaborative and work as part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance

Reports to: Building Principal and/or Director of Student Services with daily workflow direction by classroom teacher or special education teacher

Supervises: n/a

Evaluation: As per the Windham Northeast Education Association agreement for Staff

Position Summary: The Paraprofessional works closely with certified staff to support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development in school settings. Responsibilities may include assisting with instruction, supervising students, collecting data, and supporting the implementation of student support plans, depending on assignment. A positive, flexible, and collaborative approach is essential, along with the ability to work effectively as part of a team in support of student success.

Performance Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
• Support students’ social-emotional growth, independence, and positive peer interactions
• Communicate and collaborate with teachers, case managers, related service providers and other administrators.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including transitions, meals, recess, transportation, and activities
• Maintain confidentiality and follow district policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

This position will frequently be required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach and sit. Manual dexterity is required to finger, handle or grasp objects. Must be able to hear, talk and see. May involve interaction with students demonstrating challenging behaviors. May require training in and implementation of approved physical restraint procedures, as applicable. May also require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, assist with student mobility and sit on the floor as needed.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The District may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job at any time as it deems advisable. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Windham Northeast Supervisor Union does not, and will not, tolerate discrimination or harassment of school employees because of age, sex, race, religion, color, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, national origin, ancestry or sexual orientation. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment and sexual violence, in education programs and activities. All public and private educational institutions that receive any federal funds must comply with Title IX.

Windham Northeast Supervisory Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type

Full-time

Salary

$20 to $31 Per Hour

Job Categories

• Instructional Support > Individual Aide
• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Student Services Paraprofessional
  • Implement moderate modifications and accommodations as outlined in student IEPs or 504 plans.
  • Support students with mild to moderate social/emotional needs using standard classroom management and established positive behavior intervention strategies.
  • Collect and record routine student data (e.g., progress on academic goals, task completion) to assist with quarterly IEP reporting.
  • Facilitate small group or individualized instruction under the direct guidance of either a special education or general education teacher.
  • Monitor, observe, and document student progress/behavior; maintaining records as required
  • Reinforce instruction, skills, academic and social/emotional skill content under special education/classroom teacher direction
  • Adapt materials and instructional approaches to meet individual student needs
  • Assist with instructional activities for individuals and small groups
  • Support student participation and inclusion while promoting independence
  • Implement positive behavior support or social skills plans as designed by student team
  • Assist with student physical needs, including mobility, positioning, and personal care as required
  • Respond to crisis situations and follow established protocols, including physical intervention when trained and required
  • Communicate with case managers and participate in student meetings as requested
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kate Woods , Administrative Assistant
• PO Box 92
• Westminster Station, Vermont 05159
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]