Paraprofessional - Student Services at Saxtons River Elementary School

Windham Northeast Supervisory Union; Saxtons River (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Windham Northeast Supervisory Union seeks a Paraprofessional to support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development at Saxtons River Elementary School in Vermont. You will work closely with certified staff to assist instruction, supervise students, collect data, and help implement student support plans.

The role emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and flexible collaboration in a school environment, with duties including small-group instruction, data entry, and behavior

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Must have 48 college credits OR pass Praxis ParaPro OR meet Title I requirements (not for behavior support roles).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to support students appropriately while using sound judgment.
• Experience with school‑aged children, including those with disabilities, preferred.
• Basic tech and data tracking skills, including Google Workspace proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Support students’ social-emotional growth and positive peer interactions.
• Collaborate with teachers, case managers, and service providers.
• Supervise students during transitions, meals, and activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow district policies.
• Assist with instructional activities for individuals and small groups.
• Implement IEP/504 accommodations as outlined by the teacher.
• Collect and record routine student data to aid reporting.
• Promote inclusion and positive behavior within the classroom.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Experience with students

Data tracking

Google Workspace

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Attendance discipline

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Paraprofessional - Student Services at Saxtons River Elementary School

Windham Northeast Supervisory Union Saxtons River Elementary School - Saxtons River, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5919113

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 09, 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
• 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

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

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Laura Hazard , Principal
• School Street
• Saxtons River, Vermont 05154
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]