Special Education Paraeducator - Pre-K Support & Inclusion

Watertown Public Schools; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Watertown Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator- Classification II, Category B, for the Pre-K classroom at John Trumbull Primary School. The role reports to the Director of Special Education and Related Services and the Building Administrator.

Position available ASAP; External Close Date Sept 17, 2026. The candidate should have 60 college credits or an Associate Degree or ParaPro passing score, with prior experience in special education and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of college study (60 credits) required.
• Associate degree or ParaPro passing score required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out instructions/lesson plans.
• Modify tasks in real time as needed.
• Balance supporting an individual student while building independence.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Assist with IEP processes and field trips.
• Assist with classroom instruction to maximize inclusion.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Adapt tasks in real time

Support individual students

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality

IEP process participation

Field trip supervision

Education

60 college credits

Associate degree

ParaPro assessment pass

Job description

Watertown Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator- Classification II, Category B, for the Pre-K classroom at John Trumbull Primary School. The role reports to the Director of Special Education and Related Services and the Building Administrator.

Position available ASAP; External Close Date Sept 17, 2026. The candidate should have 60 college credits or an Associate Degree or ParaPro passing score, with prior experience in special education and strong communication skills.