Special Education Paraeducator - Student Support & Impact

Madison Public Schools; Madison (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Matching Funds for DefinedContribution

Paid sick and personal leave

Job summary

Madison Public Schools seeks a 6-hour Special Assignment ParaEducator at Daniel Hand High School (Grades 9-12) to assist teachers in daily classroom activities and support students with identified special needs. The position follows the school calendar with 185 days per year.

Salary is $18.22 per hour, with benefits including Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and pension contributions. A high school diploma or GED and college credits or a bachelor’s degree are required, with experience in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus four years of college credit or a bachelor’s degree, preferably in special education, psychology, social work or other human services field.
• Three years of experience working with individuals with emotional disabilities or autism, or an equivalent education/experience combination.
• Certification as a Behavior Technician, Physical Management Training and/or BCBA recommended or the ability to obtain required training.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in general daily classroom activities.
• Support students with identified special needs in the classroom.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with emotional disabilities

Experience with autism

Student support

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education / psychology / social work

Job description

Madison Public Schools seeks a 6-hour Special Assignment ParaEducator at Daniel Hand High School (Grades 9-12) to assist teachers in daily classroom activities and support students with identified special needs. The position follows the school calendar with 185 days per year.

Salary is $18.22 per hour, with benefits including Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and pension contributions. A high school diploma or GED and college credits or a bachelor’s degree are required, with experience in