Rutland Town School - General Education Paraeducator

Greater-Rutland-County-Supervisory-Union; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greater Rutland County Supervisory Union Rutland Town School in Rutland, Vermont, is seeking a General Education Paraeducator to support two 2nd-grade classrooms and assist with classroom tasks during the school day.

The position reports to the Building Principal, runs from 7:45 A.M. to 3:15 P.M., and requires an Associate’s degree or equivalent. Applicants should be prepared for fingerprinting and a background check and have strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree, 48 college credits, or passing score on the ParaPro Assessment.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster a supportive, warm, and positive learning environment for young students.
• Previous experience working with elementary-aged children preferred.
• Must pass a criminal background check and fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Work with individual students, small groups, and full classroom groups to support academic and social success.
• Support classroom teachers with instructional tasks, activity modification, prep work, and other clerical duties as assigned.
• Assist students with task initiation and work completion within the classroom setting.
• Assist with general classroom behavior management procedures and maintain open communication with classroom teachers and team members.
• Attend team and staff meetings as requested.
• Assist with supervision of students during lunch, recess, emergency drills, assemblies, and field trips as needed.
• Immediately report any student safety, behavioral, or medical issues to the classroom teacher or administration.
• As needed, cover as a classroom teacher or support other staff roles across the building, including Pre-K (requires Pre-K training, documentation, fingerprinting, and background check).
• Perform other duties as assigned by classroom teachers or administration.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s Degree / 48 college credits / ParaPro

Job description

Rutland Town School - General Education Paraeducator

Greater Rutland County Supervisory Union Rutland Town School - Rutland, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5959378

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

General Education Paraeducator

Job Summary:

The General Education Paraeducator will perform a variety of supportive activities with a diverse student population and will work primarily in the two 2nd-grade classrooms.

Reports To: Building Principal

Hours: 7:45 A.M.-3:15 P.M.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with individual students, small groups, and full classroom groups to support academic and social success.
• Support classroom teachers with instructional tasks, activity modification, prep work, and other clerical duties as assigned.
• Assist students with task initiation and work completion within the classroom setting.
• Assist with general classroom behavior management procedures and maintain open communication with classroom teachers and team members.
• Attend team and staff meetings as requested.
• Assist with supervision of students during lunch, recess, emergency drills, assemblies, and field trips as needed.
• Immediately report any student safety, behavioral, or medical issues to the classroom teacher or administration.
• As needed, cover as a classroom teacher or support other staff roles across the building, including Pre-K (requires Pre-K training, documentation, fingerprinting, and background check).
• Perform other duties as assigned by classroom teachers or administration.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree, 48 college credits, or passing score on the ParaPro Assessment
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to foster a supportive, warm, and positive learning environment for young students
• Previous experience working with elementary-aged children preferred
• Must pass a criminal background check and fingerprinting

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $18 to $26 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At GRCSU, we seek passionate educators and staff who are committed to fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and a lifelong love of learning. Our mission is to engage and empower students to achieve academic and personal success, preparing them to be responsible citizens who embrace a love for learning.
  Driven by our Strategic Plan and Portrait of a Graduate, GRCSU offers a distinctive educational experience, characterized by small schools and intimate class sizes that provide a safe, supportive, and student-centered learning environment. We have a structured mentoring program that offers newly hired teachers the guidance and support they need to succeed. Our schools are known for their positive, collaborative cultures, where innovation and professional growth are valued, and our educators enjoy the flexibility to design creative, differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of all learners.
  We are seeking innovative and dedicated professionals who are eager to contribute to our forward-thinking educational community—one that nurtures potential, fosters curiosity, and prepares students for success in an ever-evolving world.
  At GRCSU, you’ll find the support, resources, and opportunity to grow and make a difference in students’ lives.
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sarah Tetzlaff
• 1612 Post Road
• Rutland, Vermont 05701
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]