Permanent Paraeducator Building Substitute

Easton, Redding, Region 9; Easton (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking an elementary education supporter to help advance academic, social, and emotional growth among students in Easton, CT. The role emphasizes building positive relationships with students, families, and staff while following lesson plans and maintaining a welcoming classroom atmosphere.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree and has experience with elementary-age children. Flexibility to support multiple classrooms and grade levels is required, along with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and passion for supporting academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Experience working with elementary school-aged children preferred.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, adaptable, and willing to support various classrooms and grade levels.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, welcoming, inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Follow lesson plans while maintaining a productive learning environment.
• Support a variety of classrooms and grade levels as needed.
• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct at all times.

Skills

Child engagement

Classroom support

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Qualifications

the ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree and is passionate about working with children and supporting their academic, social, and emotional growth. Experience working with elementary school-aged children is preferred.

Successful candidates will demonstrate

• A genuine enjoyment of working with children and adolescents.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to support a variety of classrooms and grade levels.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to follow lesson plans and directions while maintaining a positive and productive learning environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
• A positive attitude, collaborative spirit, and commitment to supporting the school community.
• Respect for public education and a desire to contribute to a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Easton, Redding, and Region 9 School Districts (ER9) are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.