Pre-Kindergarten Paraeducator - 2026-2027 School Year Talent Pool (N222-2627)

Hartford Public Schools; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 25,900 - 48,651; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools is seeking a Pre-Kindergarten Paraeducator for the 2026-2027 school year in Hartford, Connecticut. This role involves assisting in the implementation of the Pre-Kindergarten program and providing instructional support.

Ideal candidates will hold an Associate's Degree or a High School Diploma with passing assessment scores. Responsibilities include supervising students, maintaining records, and facilitating group work. The position offers a salary range of $25,900 to $48,651 per year, based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or relevant high school diploma with passing scores on required assessments.
• Experience in Early Childhood programs is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the Pre-Kindergarten program.
• Supervise small group work and assist in classroom activities.
• Maintain attendance records and assist with instructional materials.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Student assistance skills

Multi-Lingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma with passing ParaPro assessment

Job description

Posting Number

POSTING NUMBER: N222-2627

Position

POSITION: Pre-Kindergarten Paraeducator - Talent Pool - 2026-2027 SY

Reports To

REPORTS TO: Principal

Primary Functions

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Assist in the implementation of the Pre-Kindergarten (Infant/Toddler) program. Provide various forms of instructional assistance and support for the Pre-Kindergarten classrooms.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise small group work to enable teachers to work with smaller or groups or individuals.
• Assist in study hall, field trips and recess supervision of children.
• Assist in producing, collecting, inventorying, and storing instructional materials.
• Assist in accounting for money to be collected for field trips, etc.
• Assist in maintaining school attendance records.
• Procure, set up, operate and return instructional equipment.
• Organize and supervise student work areas.
• Assist in preparing bulletin boards and exhibits.
• Notify the school administrator in such cases where behavior and/or other problems arise beyond Paraeducators control.
• Assist in toileting and diapering of children as needed in accordance with health and safety standards and procedures.
• Work with children individually and in small groups to reinforce basic skills and to check their use of instructional materials.
• Assist in the development and construction of materials to be used in reinforcement activities.
• Share in the maintenance of the classroom.
• Help to interpret the instructional program to the community and encourage parent involvement.
• Attend all in-service training/staff meetings offered by the department.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience

• Associate's Degree,
• or a High School Diploma with a passing score of 457 on the ParaPro assessment (https://parapro.ets.org/) OR a passing score of 332 (Reading & Writing) and 334 (Mathematics) on the ParaPathways assessment - allowed 12 months from date of hire to pass ParaPathways assessment
• Experience within an Early Childhood program.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, lesson and student assistance skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse communities is essential.
• Develop and maintain favorable relationships with administration, staff and parents.
• Multi-Lingual (English/Spanish) skill desirable.

Salary and Terms of Employment

Salary and Terms of Employment: Pay will be commensurate with experience, education level, and in accordance with the Hartford Federation of Paraeducators (HFP) Collective Bargaining Agreement salary schedule. This is a 10-month position, and the salary range for school year 2026 – 2027 is $25,900 to $48,651 per year.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinity Action Employer, M/F/V/D