Special Education Assistant & Student Support

Naugatuck Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Naugatuck Public Schools seeks a Para-Educator for Maple Hill Elementary to support students under the direction of a certified teacher. This role involves one-to-one or small-group support and assisting with classroom materials and records.

You will reinforce instruction, help maintain a positive learning environment, and assist in various special area activities as needed, including transportation support as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Warm, supportive personality to relate to special needs students.
• Ability to respect the rights of all students and the rules of confidentiality.
• Prior experience working in a school setting is preferred.
• Must meet the requirements of highly qualified as defined by applicable law.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing classroom for beginning and ending of school year.
• Maintain daily classroom environment and set up learning centers; prepare materials and equip audio-visuals.
• Reinforce skills taught in daily lessons.
• Maintain behavior modification plans and schedules.
• Assist in teacher prepared group lessons and individualized seat work or specialized program instruction.
• Assist with art, music, physical education and other special area classes as appropriate.
• Participate in classroom activities including field trips, recess, lunch, and playground.
• Assist with health-related needs such as toileting, feeding, dressing and other health-related tasks when needed.
• Participate in PPT or IEP meetings when required.
• Assist with transportation duties as assigned, including boarding/disembarking buses and assisting substitute drivers as needed.
• Attend staff/faculty meetings and in-service professional development.

Skills

Patience with special needs

Strong communication

Reliability and confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years college (48 credits)

Associate's degree or higher

ParaPro Assessment Test score 457

Job description

Naugatuck Public Schools seeks a Para-Educator for Maple Hill Elementary to support students under the direction of a certified teacher. This role involves one-to-one or small-group support and assisting with classroom materials and records.

You will reinforce instruction, help maintain a positive learning environment, and assist in various special area activities as needed, including transportation support as required.