Special Education Paraeducator & Life Skills Support

Meriden Public Schools; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Meriden Public Schools is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to support students with a range of needs, including multiple handicapped and autism, under teacher supervision in various classroom settings.

The role involves assisting with academic tasks, mobility, personal care, feeding, toileting, and participation in therapy routines, field trips, and life skills activities, with duties assigned by the teacher and principal.

Qualifications

• Requires Para-Pro Certificate, Associate Degree, or 60 college credits.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with personal hygiene.
• Adaptable to schedule changes and able to support various classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in daily academic and physical activities.
• Support Occupational Therapy & Physical Therapy routines.
• Provide mobility assistance and personal care support.
• Participate in field trips and life skills instruction.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Data recording

Feeding support

Personal hygiene assistance

Flexible scheduling

Disability experience

Education

Para-Pro Certificate

Associate Degree

60 college credits

Job description

Meriden Public Schools is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to support students with a range of needs, including multiple handicapped and autism, under teacher supervision in various classroom settings.

The role involves assisting with academic tasks, mobility, personal care, feeding, toileting, and participation in therapy routines, field trips, and life skills activities, with duties assigned by the teacher and principal.