Special Education Paraeducators (school year 2026-2027)

Rutland-Northeast-Supervisory-Union; Brandon (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutland Northeast Supervisory Union in Brandon, Vermont is seeking Special Education Paraeducators for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on one-on-one student support, ensuring safety and facilitating educational goals under the direction of the special educator.

The position requires a relevant degree or acceptable alternative, strong communication, and trauma-informed approaches. Immediate start and a full-time schedule are anticipated, with pay in the $20–$25 per hour range and

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred.
• High School Diploma accepted under Title 1 requirements.
• Must pass Paraeducator Assessment Modules within first year.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one assistance to student(s) as per Individual Education Plans.
• Support student in classroom or community settings.
• Follow instructional directions of the special educator to achieve educational goals.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate respectfully with students, families and staff.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Trauma-informed practices

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

High School Diploma acceptable

Title 1 qualification

Job description

Special Education Paraeducators (school year 2026-2027)

Rutland Northeast Supervisory Union - Brandon, Vermont

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Job Details

Job ID: 5973299

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

RNESU is accepting applications for Special Education Paraeducators to begin immediately for the 2026-2027 school year.

The Paraeducator position is for the safety and development of the student within the educational setting. The Paraeducator will be responsible for supporting the student within the classroom or community setting. They must ensure the development and safety of these students in accordance with relevant federal and municipal legislation and policies. The Paraeducator will be respectful of the students and their parents, and should help to keep the facilities safe and well maintained.

The primary task of the SPED Paraeducator is to give one-on-one assistance to assigned individual student(s) in carrying out Individual Education Plans. These students have physical, cognitive, mental and/or other disabilities which require continuous or virtually continuous supervision and assistance and or provide successful and rewarding educational experiences to children who are at-risk. Following the instructional directions of the special educator, the paraeducator is to provide individual and/or small-group instruction and such other appropriate strategies as necessary to achieve Individual Educational goals.

Paraeducators are expected to support students in a dignified and respectful manner. Verbal and physical responses to students need to be polite, courteous and morale enhancing. Trauma-informed communication and practices are utilized. It is extremely important to follow confidentiality and need to know guidelines both at work and in the community. The case manager is the first line of communication and needs to be kept abreast of the student’s progress and any issues that arise in supporting the student. The paraeducator can be moving from classroom to classroom supporting student(s) to be successful throughout each day. Understanding accommodations and classroom expectations is extremely important in providing student support. Communication with the special educator or classroom teacher is imperative and all interaction with staff, faculty and students need to be respectful and dignified. Due to the nature of this job many interactions with a variety of students, staff and faculty will occur on a daily basis. The case manager is the first line of communication and needs to be kept abreast of the student’s progress and any issues that arise in supporting the student.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent preferred.
• Will accept High School Diploma, meet the standard of being Highly Qualified under Title 1 requirements and pass the Paraeducator Assessment Modules through Master Teacher within the first year of employment.

Full job description, benefits and contract terms can be viewed at https://www.rnesu.org/page/human-resources or by emailing Brooke Dahlin, HR Coordinator, [e-mail]

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $20 to $25 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Rutland Northeast Supervisory Union, Rutland Northeast Para

Our school district is centrally located in western Vermont. We are between Rutland, third largest city in VT and the college town of Middlebury. Our beautiful lakes and mountains make the area popular for many outdoor sports. The smallest of our six elementary schools has 31 children, K-6, and the largest has 400 children. Our 7-12 grade high school has an enrollment of 750 students and offers a wide variety of courses for both career and college bound students.

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brooke Dahlin , Human Resources Coordinator
• 49 Court Drive
• Brandon, Vermont 05733
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]