Special Education Paraeducator

VT|K12|Mountain Views; South Pomfret (VT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employer retirement contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Prosper Valley School in Vermont is seeking a Full-Time Special Education Paraeducator to join our Grades 5–6 team. You will support students individually and in small groups as they develop foundational academic, social, and daily living skills.

Join a collaborative, compassionate staff committed to inclusion and equity. You will work with special educators, therapists, and general educators, help with routines, transitions, and data collection, and contribute to a safe, engaging learning

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to support young learners with empathy, enthusiasm, and consistency.
• Comfort with basic technology; Google Workspace experience is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and engage in ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-on-one and in small groups.
• Assist with instruction, daily routines, and transition times.
• Participate in play-based and experiential learning opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with special educators, therapists, and general educators.
• Help foster communication skills, independence, and school readiness.
• Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supervise students across school settings and during community-based activities.
• Assist with behavior support plans and data collection (training provided!).
• Share observations and feedback during team meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Skills

Compassionate and patient

Team-oriented

Flexible and resilient

Positive and playful

Commitment to inclusion and equity

Attuned to student needs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Do you have a kind heart, a quick sense of humor, and the flexibility to meet each day with patience and purpose? Are you energized by working alongside a collaborative, compassionate team to make a real difference in the lives of young learners? If so, The Prosper Valley School would love to welcome you as the newest member of our community.

We’re seeking a Full-Time Special Education Paraeducator to join our dynamic Grades 5–6 team. In this role, you’ll support students individually and in small groups as they develop foundational academic, social, and daily living skills. You’ll be part of a vibrant, inclusive learning environment where every child is seen, supported, and celebrated.

What You’ll Do:

• Support students one-on-one and in small groups who benefit from additional guidance
• Assist with classroom instruction, daily routines, and transition times
• Participate in play-based and experiential learning opportunities
• Collaborate closely with special educators, therapists, and general educators
• Help foster communication skills, independence, and school readiness
• Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment
• Supervise students across school settings and during community-based activities
• Assist with behavior support plans and data collection (training provided!)
• Share observations and feedback during team meetings
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Who You Are:

• Compassionate and patient - You meet students where they are with warmth and understanding.
• Team-oriented - You enjoy shared problem-solving and collaboration.
• Flexible and resilient - You adapt with ease to shifting needs and unexpected moments.
• Positive and playful - You connect with children through joy, curiosity, and humor.
• Committed to inclusion and equity - You believe every child has potential and deserves support.
• Attuned to student needs - You recognize challenges and respond with compassion and skill.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Experience working with children preferred
• Ability to support young learners with empathy, enthusiasm, and consistency
• Comfort with basic technology; Google Workspace experience is a plus
• Willingness to learn and engage in ongoing professional development

Why Join The Prosper Valley School?

Our programs, in partnership with families and the broader community, provide high-quality learning experiences that support each student’s academic, social, and emotional growth. We strive to nurture learning and development in a respectful, inclusive environment.

Our philosophy:

We See, Celebrate, and Nurture Every Student

• We recognize each child’s strengths and uniqueness.
• We differentiate instruction to honor academic needs, interests, and motivation.
• We support the whole person - socially, emotionally, mentally, and physically.

We Are Ethical Leaders

• We cultivate a warm, welcoming community grounded in kindness and justice.
• We emphasize moral courage and integrity - speaking up when something isn’t fair or kind.
• We encourage students to care deeply about one another, the environment, and the wider world.
• We elevate student voice and leadership; students know their actions matter.

The World Is Our Classroom

• Our 38-acre campus includes a sugar house, greenhouse, gardens, observatory, ice-skating rink, and trails.
• We value place-based learning that deepens understanding and inspires curiosity.
• We provide meaningful experiences - in and beyond the classroom that enrich learning.

Bonus

This role is ideal for someone considering a future in education, early childhood development, occupational therapy, or behavioral support. We offer a competitive and robust compensation package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits; employer retirement contributions; and tuition reimbursement.

Mountain Views Supervisory Union is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.