Special Education Paraeducator

Regional School District 10; Burlington (CT); On-site; USD 21,957 - 31,272; Part time

Job summary

Regional School District 10 is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator for the 2025/2026 school year. This interim position is crucial for assisting students with special needs, under the guidance of a certified teacher, in a positive educational setting.

The paraeducator will help students with daily activities, support core learning, and ensure their emotional well-being. Located in Burlington, CT, this role offers a starting wage of $19.32 per hour and is open until all vacancies are filled.

Qualifications

• Assist students with special needs under the direction of a certified teacher.
• Help special-needs students with daily classroom activities.
• Support core academics and executive functioning skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to positive educational outcomes as part of the teaching team.
• Care for students' physical and emotional health.
• Teach small groups by providing essential skills support.

Skills

Assisting special needs students

Classroom support

Emotional health care

Promoting dignity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college credit

Associate's degree or higher

Pass paraeducator assessment

Job description

Regional School District #10

2025/2026 School Year

Special Education Paraeducators

Interim Special Education Paraeducator for 25‑26 school year only

Special education paraprofessionals assist students with special needs under the direction of a certified teacher. They assist the teacher in general daily classroom activities, help special‑needs students, and care for their physical, emotional health and safety, affirming their abilities, and striving to promote dignity in all relationships. They teach small groups of students by providing support for the essential skills for learning. Paraeducators assist with core academics, executive functioning skills, and student care. Paraeducators have the unique opportunity to contribute to positive educational outcomes by working as part of the outstanding team dedicated to educating our students.

Location: All Schools within the District. Interim position is at Lake Garda Elementary Schools. Nestled in the hills of Northwestern CT, Region 10 serves the towns of Harwinton and Burlington and is bordered by Farmington, Bristol, Litchfield, and Torrington. Our communities have many offerings contributing to work/life balance and convenience for daily life.

Starting Date: Immediately

Wage: $19.32 per hour

Schedule: 6.5 hours per day for 183 days per year

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of college credit
• Associate's degree (or higher)
• Pass a paraeducator assessment (Para Pro)

Application Deadline: Open until all vacancies are filled

Please apply online at www.region10ct.org. When completing an application online, please attach a thoughtful cover letter along with a resume, certification, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation.

Regional School District #10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and by policy does not discriminate against a person because of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, or gender identity.