Pre-K Paraeducator (Head Start) - Empower Young Learners

IMDiversity; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

IMDiversity in New Haven, CT is seeking a Paraeducator (Local Union 3429) for the Head Start (Pre-K) program at the Dr. Reginald Mayo Early Childhood Learning Center. The position supports the classroom and assists the teacher in delivering developmental activities.

Key duties include preparing materials, observing children, collaborating with families, and helping with physical needs. Minimum qualifications: Associate Degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro score.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or 60 college credits or receive a qualifying score on the ParaPro Assessment

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher in establishing and maintaining a safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Consults with teacher on plans and curriculum activities.
• Assists the teacher in preparing and maintaining classroom materials and supplies.
• Participates in all planned school activities, Staff meetings, Work Shops, etc. and takes responsibility for own personal growth.
• Observes the strengths and needs of each child and helps establish individual goals for each child.
• Collaborates with teacher and other staff to ensure that parents are involved in the classroom and other areas of the program.
• Provide for students' physical needs, including diapering.

Education

Associate Degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro score

Job description

IMDiversity in New Haven, CT is seeking a Paraeducator (Local Union 3429) for the Head Start (Pre-K) program at the Dr. Reginald Mayo Early Childhood Learning Center. The position supports the classroom and assists the teacher in delivering developmental activities.

Key duties include preparing materials, observing children, collaborating with families, and helping with physical needs. Minimum qualifications: Associate Degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro score.