Special Education Paraeducator: Empower Student Growth

Sylvania; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Meriden Board of Education is seeking a paraprofessional to work with a variety of students, including those with handicaps and autism, under supervision of the special education and regular education teachers to provide academic and physical assistance to promote student achievement of goals and objectives.

The role supports Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy routines, therapy activities, mobility, lifting, personal care, toileting, grooming, feeding, life skills instruction and field

Qualifications

• Para-Pro Certificate, Associate Degree, or 60 college credits required.
• Substitute paraeducator until requirements are met; hourly rate.
• Flexible with scheduling and able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist diverse students in all aspects of the day and activities.
• Support OT/PT routines and therapy activities as directed.
• Lift/mobility assistance, personal care, feeding, toileting and supervision.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Data recording

Student assistance

Education

Para-Pro Certificate

Associate Degree

60 college credits

Job description

Meriden Board of Education is seeking a paraprofessional to work with a variety of students, including those with handicaps and autism, under supervision of the special education and regular education teachers to provide academic and physical assistance to promote student achievement of goals and objectives.

The role supports Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy routines, therapy activities, mobility, lifting, personal care, toileting, grooming, feeding, life skills instruction and field