Pareducator

Groton Public Schools; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Groton Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator at Thames River Magnet Elementary School. Start date ASAP with a schedule aligned to the school day. The role requires supporting students with diverse needs and implementing lesson plans created by the Special Education Teacher.

Applicants must meet one of the qualifying education options and demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, and reliability to work with educators, administration, families, and students in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of college credit (60 credits) required.
• Associate's degree or higher acceptable.
• Must pass ParaPro/ParaPathways assessment within 90 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Work with children with multiple needs.
• Implement lessons written by the Special Education Teacher.
• Collaborate with Administration, Regular Education Teachers, and Parents.
• Be flexible, dependable, and responsive to new ideas and direction.

Skills

Work with children with multiple needs

Cooperate with staff and parents

Flexible

Dependable

Responsive to new ideas

Implement lessons

Education

Two years of college credit (60 credits)

Associate's degree or higher

Pass ParaPro/ParaPathways assessment within 90 days

Job description

• Date Posted: 9/2/2026
• Location: Thames River Magnet School
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 09/08/2026

Job Title:

Paraeducator

Job ID:

4754

Location:

Thames River Magnet Elementary School

Applicants: Qualifications:Possess one (1) of the following:

1. 1. Completed two years of college credit (60 credits total); or
2. 2. Hold an associate's (or higher) degree; or
3. 3. Passed the ParaPro/ParaPathways Assessment within 90 days of start date

Additional Qualifications:

1. 1. Ability to work with children with multiple needs
2. 2. Capacity to implement lessons written by the Special Education Teacher
3. 3. Ability to work cooperatively with Administration, Regular Education Teachers, other assigned Staff, and Parents
4. 4. Flexible, dependable, and responsive to new ideas and direction

Start Date: ASAP

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